1976 Mazda Familia vs. 1963 Rover P6
To start off, 1976 Mazda Familia is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Rover P6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Rover P6 would be higher. At 1,978 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Rover P6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Rover P6 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Rover P6 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Rover P6 weights approximately 480 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, 1963 Rover P6 (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 Rover P6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Familia | 1963 Rover P6 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | Familia | P6 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1978 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2630 mm |
