1976 Mazda Familia vs. 1974 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1976 Mazda Familia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 1,724 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda Familia (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1974 Sunbeam Alpine. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1974 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 210 kg more than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Sunbeam Alpine (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Familia | 1974 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Mazda | Sunbeam |
| Model | Familia | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1724 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2510 mm |
