1976 Mazda Familia vs. 1971 Rover 2000
To start off, 1976 Mazda Familia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 1,978 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Rover 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Rover 2000 (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Rover 2000 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Rover 2000 weights approximately 495 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, 1971 Rover 2000 (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Rover 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Familia | 1971 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | Familia | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1978 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2640 mm |
