2000 Mazda Familia vs. 1970 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (129 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Familia weights approximately 515 kg more than 1970 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Toyota Publica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Toyota Publica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Mazda Familia (141 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Publica. (62 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mazda Familia | 1970 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | Familia | Publica |
Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 62 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2170 mm |