1976 Mazda Familia vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 12 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 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 205 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, 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Familia | 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Familia | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1468 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2390 mm |
