1972 Holden Torana vs. 1968 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1972 Holden Torana is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,159 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mazda Familia (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1972 Holden Torana. (55 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Holden Torana weights approximately 65 kg more than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Holden Torana (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1972 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Holden Torana | 1968 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Torana | Familia |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1159 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2200 mm |
