1976 Mazda Familia vs. 1973 Porsche 914
To start off, 1976 Mazda Familia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Porsche 914 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Porsche 914 (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Porsche 914 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Porsche 914 weights approximately 166 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, 1973 Porsche 914 (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Porsche 914 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Familia | 1973 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | Familia | 914 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1795 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2460 mm |
