1974 Mazda Familia vs. 1983 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1983 Toyota Corolla is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mazda Familia (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 81 kg more than 1974 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Mazda Familia (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (105 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1974 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda Familia | 1983 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Familia | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1290 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 804 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2410 mm |
