1975 Mazda Familia vs. 1974 Renault 12
To start off, 1975 Mazda Familia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Renault 12 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Renault 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda Familia (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1974 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Renault 12 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1975 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Mazda Familia (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 12. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Familia | 1974 Renault 12 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Familia | 12 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1271 cc | 1289 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2450 mm |
