1988 Austin Maestro vs. 1970 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1988 Austin Maestro is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Austin Maestro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Austin Maestro (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Austin Maestro should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Austin Maestro weights approximately 125 kg more than 1970 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, 1988 Austin Maestro (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1988 Austin Maestro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Maestro | 1970 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | Maestro | Familia |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2200 mm |
