1976 Mazda Familia vs. 1997 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 1997 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 21 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 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 TVR Speed 12 (800 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 726 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 TVR Speed 12 weights approximately 202 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, 1997 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 770 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Familia | 1997 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Mazda | TVR |
| Model | Familia | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 7730 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 800 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2650 mm |
