2000 Mazda Familia vs. 1971 Rover 2000
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (168 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1971 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1971 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Rover 2000 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Because 1971 Rover 2000 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 1971 Rover 2000. 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 (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Rover 2000. (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Rover 2000. 2000 Mazda Familia has automatic transmission and 1971 Rover 2000 has manual transmission. 1971 Rover 2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mazda Familia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Familia | 1971 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | Familia | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2640 mm |
