1976 Mazda Familia vs. 1969 Seat 600
To start off, 1976 Mazda Familia is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Seat 600 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 50 more horse power than 1969 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1969 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mazda Familia weights approximately 225 kg more than 1969 Seat 600. 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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Seat 600. (47 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Familia | 1969 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | Familia | 600 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 767 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 47 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2010 mm |
