1973 Mazda Familia vs. 1971 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1973 Mazda Familia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,272 cc, 1973 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda Familia (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda Familia weights approximately 20 kg more than 1971 Toyota Corolla. 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 Mazda Familia (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Familia | 1971 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Familia | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2290 mm |
