1972 Mazda Familia vs. 1978 Triumph TR7
To start off, 1978 Triumph TR7 is newer by 6 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Triumph TR7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Triumph TR7 (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Triumph TR7 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Triumph TR7 weights approximately 305 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, 1978 Triumph TR7 (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Triumph TR7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Familia | 1978 Triumph TR7 | |
| Make | Mazda | Triumph |
| Model | Familia | TR7 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2170 mm |
