1976 Mazda Familia vs. 1968 Morris Minor

To start off, 1976 Mazda Familia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Morris Minor 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 27 more horse power than 1968 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1968 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Morris Minor weights approximately 25 kg more than 1976 Mazda Familia.

Let's talk about torque, 1976 Mazda Familia (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Morris Minor.

Compare all specifications:

1976 Mazda Familia 1968 Morris Minor
Make Mazda Morris
Model Familia Minor
Year Released 1976 1968
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1272 cc 1098 cc
Horse Power 74 HP 47 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 111 Nm 81 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 800 kg 825 kg
Vehicle Length 3860 mm 3770 mm
Vehicle Width 1550 mm 1560 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 2270 mm 2190 mm


 

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