1972 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1967 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1972 Chevrolet Impala 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Impala (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1967 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1967 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 975 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 Chevrolet Impala (256 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Impala | 1967 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Impala | Familia |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 57 L |
