1974 Mazda Familia vs. 1997 Rover 200
To start off, 1997 Rover 200 is newer by 23 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Rover 200 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Rover 200 weights approximately 271 kg more than 1974 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, 1997 Rover 200 (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda Familia | 1997 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | Familia | 200 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1396 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 804 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2510 mm |
