1971 Mazda Familia vs. 2005 Toyota Vitz

To start off, 2005 Toyota Vitz is newer by 34 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Vitz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Vitz (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Vitz should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Vitz weights approximately 316 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, 2005 Toyota Vitz (141 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Vitz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Familia.

Compare all specifications:

1971 Mazda Familia 2005 Toyota Vitz
Make Mazda Toyota
Model Familia Vitz
Year Released 1971 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 987 cc 1497 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 49 HP 113 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 79 Nm 141 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4400 RPM
Vehicle Weight 744 kg 1060 kg
Vehicle Length 3790 mm 3810 mm
Vehicle Width 1470 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 2200 mm 2500 mm


 

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