1975 Mazda Familia vs. 1976 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1976 Nissan Silvia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Nissan Silvia (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 190 kg more than 1975 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, 1976 Nissan Silvia (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Familia | 1976 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Familia | Silvia |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1271 cc | 1770 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2350 mm |
