1979 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1971 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro (110 HP) has 61 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Familia. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 811 kg more than 1971 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, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro (252 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm). This means 1979 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Camaro | 1971 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Camaro | Familia |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2200 mm |
