1976 Mazda Familia vs. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural

To start off, 1976 Mazda Familia is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Willys-Overland Rural would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Willys-Overland Rural is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Willys-Overland Rural (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Willys-Overland Rural should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural weights approximately 730 kg more than 1976 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, 1959 Willys-Overland Rural (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Willys-Overland Rural will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.

Compare all specifications:

1976 Mazda Familia 1959 Willys-Overland Rural
Make Mazda Willys-Overland
Model Familia Rural
Year Released 1976 1959
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1272 cc 2638 cc
Horse Power 74 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 111 Nm 187 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 800 kg 1530 kg
Vehicle Length 3860 mm 4610 mm
Vehicle Width 1550 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1870 mm
Wheelbase Size 2270 mm 2660 mm


 

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