1975 Mazda Familia vs. 1999 Holden Vectra
To start off, 1999 Holden Vectra is newer by 24 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Holden Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Vectra (139 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Vectra should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Vectra weights approximately 500 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, 1999 Holden Vectra (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Familia | 1999 Holden Vectra | |
| Make | Mazda | Holden |
| Model | Familia | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1271 cc | 2198 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2650 mm |
