1976 Mazda Familia vs. 2004 Rover 25
To start off, 2004 Rover 25 is newer by 28 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Rover 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Rover 25 (101 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover 25 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 25 weights approximately 330 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, 2004 Rover 25 (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Familia | 2004 Rover 25 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | Familia | 25 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1994 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2510 mm |
