1976 Mazda Familia vs. 1966 Rover P5
To start off, 1976 Mazda Familia is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Rover P5 (122 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Rover P5 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Rover P5 weights approximately 930 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, 1966 Rover P5 (217 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Familia | 1966 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | Familia | P5 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 2995 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2820 mm |
