1976 Mazda Familia vs. 1974 Saab 99
To start off, 1976 Mazda Familia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Saab 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Saab 99 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Saab 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Saab 99 (94 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Saab 99 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Saab 99 weights approximately 345 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, 1974 Saab 99 (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Saab 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Familia | 1974 Saab 99 | |
| Make | Mazda | Saab |
| Model | Familia | 99 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1984 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2480 mm |
