1992 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1976 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1992 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 16 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 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Aston Martin Virage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 475 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 1190 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, 1992 Aston Martin Virage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 634 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Aston Martin Virage | 1976 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mazda |
| Model | Virage | Familia |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 549 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2270 mm |
