2003 Holden Frontera vs. 1971 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2003 Holden Frontera is newer by 32 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 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Frontera (203 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Frontera should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Frontera weights approximately 956 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, 2003 Holden Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Frontera | 1971 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Frontera | Familia |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3165 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2200 mm |
