1975 Mazda Familia vs. 1990 Renault Alpine
To start off, 1990 Renault Alpine is newer by 15 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Renault Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault Alpine (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault Alpine should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Renault Alpine weights approximately 410 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, 1990 Renault Alpine (290 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Renault Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Familia | 1990 Renault Alpine | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Familia | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1271 cc | 2458 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2350 mm |
