1976 Mazda Familia vs. 1964 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1976 Mazda Familia is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,272 cc, 1976 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda Familia (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mazda Familia weights approximately 220 kg more than 1964 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Mazda Familia (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Familia | 1964 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Familia | Publica |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 696 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2140 mm |
