1971 Mazda Familia vs. 2011 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2011 Toyota Avalon is newer by 40 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Avalon (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 876 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, 2011 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Familia | 2011 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Familia | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2819 mm |
