1975 Mazda Familia vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 37 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (323 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 2169 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (516 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Familia | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Mazda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Familia | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1271 cc | 5999 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 323 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 516 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 2969 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 6337 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1965 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 4018 mm |
