1975 Mazda Familia vs. 2012 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2012 Toyota Avalon 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Avalon (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 820 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 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Familia | 2012 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Familia | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1271 cc | 3500 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2819 mm |
