1981 Honda Civic vs. 1975 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1981 Honda Civic is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,333 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda Familia (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1981 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mazda Familia weights approximately 15 kg more than 1981 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, 1975 Mazda Familia (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Civic. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Honda Civic | 1975 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Civic | Familia |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1333 cc | 1271 cc |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2270 mm |
