1976 Mazda Familia vs. 1985 Vauxhall Belmont

To start off, 1985 Vauxhall Belmont is newer by 9 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Vauxhall Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda Familia (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Vauxhall Belmont weights approximately 230 kg more than 1976 Mazda Familia.

Let's talk about torque, 1976 Mazda Familia (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. (96 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont.

Compare all specifications:

1976 Mazda Familia 1985 Vauxhall Belmont
Make Mazda Vauxhall
Model Familia Belmont
Year Released 1976 1985
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1272 cc 1598 cc
Horse Power 74 HP 53 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 111 Nm 96 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 800 kg 1030 kg
Vehicle Length 3860 mm 4230 mm
Vehicle Width 1550 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2270 mm 2530 mm


 

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