1951 Cadillac 62 vs. 1965 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1965 Mazda Familia is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 5,422 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Cadillac 62 (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 960 kg more than 1965 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, 1951 Cadillac 62 (423 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1951 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Cadillac 62 | 1965 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | 62 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5422 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2200 mm |
