1973 Mazda Familia vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Toyota Corolla is newer by 29 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Corolla (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 220 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, 2002 Toyota Corolla (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Familia | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Familia | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1398 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2610 mm |
