1988 Dodge Colt vs. 1971 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1988 Dodge Colt is newer by 17 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Dodge Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Dodge Colt (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Dodge Colt should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Dodge Colt weights approximately 386 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, 1988 Dodge Colt (192 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Dodge Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Dodge Colt | 1971 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Colt | Familia |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2200 mm |
