1976 Mazda Familia vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis

To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis is newer by 29 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Avensis (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 800 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, 2005 Toyota Avensis (241 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.

Compare all specifications:

1976 Mazda Familia 2005 Toyota Avensis
Make Mazda Toyota
Model Familia Avensis
Year Released 1976 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1272 cc 1995 cc
Horse Power 74 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 111 Nm 241 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 1800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 800 kg 1600 kg
Vehicle Length 3860 mm 4660 mm
Vehicle Width 1550 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase Size 2270 mm 2830 mm


 

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