1985 Caterham 1700 vs. 1975 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1985 Caterham 1700 is newer by 10 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 1,692 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Caterham 1700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Caterham 1700 (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Caterham 1700 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mazda Familia weights approximately 257 kg more than 1985 Caterham 1700.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Caterham 1700 (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Caterham 1700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Caterham 1700 | 1975 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Caterham | Mazda |
| Model | 1700 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1692 cc | 1271 cc |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 543 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2270 mm |
