1974 Mazda 1000 vs. 1976 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1976 Mazda Familia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 1,272 cc, 1976 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda Familia (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mazda Familia weights approximately 90 kg more than 1974 Mazda 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Mazda Familia (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda 1000 | 1976 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 1000 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 986 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2270 mm |
