1977 Honda Civic vs. 1976 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1977 Honda Civic is newer by 1 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 1,272 cc, 1976 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda Familia (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1977 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mazda Familia weights approximately 125 kg more than 1977 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Mazda Familia (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Honda Civic | 1976 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Civic | Familia |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1169 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2270 mm |
