1971 Mazda Familia vs. 2004 Rover 45
To start off, 2004 Rover 45 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Rover 45 (102 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 45 weights approximately 486 kg more than 1971 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Rover 45 (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Familia | 2004 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | Familia | 45 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2630 mm |
