1991 Honda NSX vs. 1976 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1991 Honda NSX is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda NSX (281 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Honda NSX weights approximately 570 kg more than 1976 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, 1991 Honda NSX (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda NSX | 1976 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | NSX | Familia |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 281 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2270 mm |
