1976 Mazda Familia vs. 1976 Holden Sunbird
To start off, both 1976 Mazda Familia and 1976 Holden Sunbird were released in the same year (1976). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Holden Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Sunbird (108 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Sunbird should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Sunbird weights approximately 375 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, 1976 Holden Sunbird (259 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Mazda Familia | 1976 Holden Sunbird | |
Make | Mazda | Holden |
Model | Familia | Sunbird |
Year Released | 1976 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1272 cc | 3298 cc |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 259 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2590 mm |