1975 Mazda Familia vs. 1982 Austin Ambassador
To start off, 1982 Austin Ambassador is newer by 7 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Austin Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Austin Ambassador (91 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Austin Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Austin Ambassador weights approximately 415 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, 1982 Austin Ambassador (155 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Austin Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Familia | 1982 Austin Ambassador | |
| Make | Mazda | Austin |
| Model | Familia | Ambassador |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1271 cc | 1994 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2680 mm |
