1976 Mazda 1000 vs. 1966 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1976 Mazda 1000 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 987 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Mazda 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda 1000 (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1966 Mazda Familia. (35 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda 1000 should accelerate faster than 1966 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mazda Familia weights approximately 30 kg more than 1976 Mazda 1000.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Mazda 1000 (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mazda Familia. (60 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda 1000 | 1966 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 1000 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 782 cc |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2200 mm |
