1976 Mazda Familia vs. 2008 Rover 75
To start off, 2008 Rover 75 is newer by 32 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 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rover 75 (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover 75 weights approximately 785 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, 2008 Rover 75 (300 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Familia | 2008 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | Familia | 75 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1951 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2750 mm |
