2001 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1971 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 30 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 1151 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, 2001 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Astro | 1971 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Astro | Familia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2200 mm |
