1973 Mazda Familia vs. 1979 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1979 Nissan Silvia is newer by 6 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 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Nissan Silvia (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 385 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, 1979 Nissan Silvia (152 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Familia | 1979 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Familia | Silvia |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1952 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2410 mm |
