1974 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1975 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1975 Mazda Familia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Nova would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chevrolet Nova (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 750 kg more than 1975 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 Chevrolet Nova (340 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Nova | 1975 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Nova | Familia |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1271 cc |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2270 mm |
