1973 Mazda Familia vs. 1974 Porsche 911
To start off, 1974 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Porsche 911 (165 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Porsche 911 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1973 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, 1974 Porsche 911 (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Familia | 1974 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | Familia | 911 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 2687 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2270 mm |
