1976 Mazda Familia vs. 1998 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 1998 TVR Cerbera is newer by 22 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 4,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 TVR Cerbera (347 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 TVR Cerbera weights approximately 325 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, 1998 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Familia | 1998 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Mazda | TVR |
| Model | Familia | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 4185 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 347 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2580 mm |
