1972 Mazda Familia vs. 1977 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1977 Toyota Corolla is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,166 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Corolla (57 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 130 kg more than 1972 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, 1977 Toyota Corolla (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Familia | 1977 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Familia | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2380 mm |
