1973 Holden Monaro vs. 1967 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1973 Holden Monaro is newer by 6 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 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Holden Monaro (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1967 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1967 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Holden Monaro weights approximately 604 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, 1973 Holden Monaro (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Holden Monaro | 1967 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Monaro | Familia |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2200 mm |
