1976 Mazda Familia vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 20 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 520 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse (177 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Mazda Familia | 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Familia | Eclipse |
Year Released | 1976 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1996 cc |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2520 mm |