1975 BMW 1602 vs. 1971 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1975 BMW 1602 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,574 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 BMW 1602 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 BMW 1602 (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 BMW 1602 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 BMW 1602 weights approximately 186 kg more than 1971 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, 1975 BMW 1602 (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 BMW 1602 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 1602 | 1971 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 1602 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2200 mm |
