1976 Mazda Familia vs. 1970 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1976 Mazda Familia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 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 36 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mazda Familia weights approximately 125 kg more than 1970 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Publica. (62 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Familia | 1970 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Familia | Publica |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 789 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2170 mm |
