1976 Mazda Familia vs. 1972 Seat 124
To start off, 1976 Mazda Familia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Seat 124 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 10 more horse power than 1972 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1972 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Seat 124 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Mazda Familia (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Familia | 1972 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | Familia | 124 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1197 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2430 mm |
