1972 AMC Javelin vs. 1967 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1972 AMC Javelin is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Javelin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Javelin (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1967 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Javelin should accelerate faster than 1967 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Javelin weights approximately 760 kg more than 1967 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, 1972 AMC Javelin (468 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Javelin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Javelin | 1967 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | AMC | Mazda |
| Model | Javelin | Familia |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 57 L |
