1973 Maserati Indy vs. 1971 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1973 Maserati Indy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Maserati Indy (288 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Maserati Indy weights approximately 796 kg more than 1971 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 Maserati Indy (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Maserati Indy | 1971 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Maserati | Mazda |
| Model | Indy | Familia |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4719 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2200 mm |
