1976 Mazda Familia vs. 1980 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 1980 Vauxhall Chevette is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda Familia 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 18 more horse power than 1980 Vauxhall Chevette. (56 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1980 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Vauxhall Chevette weights approximately 55 kg more than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Mazda Familia (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Vauxhall Chevette. (92 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Vauxhall Chevette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Familia | 1980 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | Mazda | Vauxhall |
| Model | Familia | Chevette |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1256 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2400 mm |
