1973 Mazda Familia vs. 1985 Porsche 911
To start off, 1985 Porsche 911 is newer by 12 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 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Porsche 911 weights approximately 410 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, 1985 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 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 | 1985 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | Familia | 911 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 3164 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2280 mm |
