1955 Buick 40 vs. 1966 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1966 Mazda Familia is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Buick 40 (234 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1966 Mazda Familia. (35 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1966 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Buick 40 weights approximately 985 kg more than 1966 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, 1955 Buick 40 (447 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mazda Familia. (60 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1955 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Buick 40 | 1966 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | 40 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5277 cc | 782 cc |
| Horse Power | 234 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 740 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2200 mm |
