1961 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1967 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1967 Mazda Familia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1967 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1967 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1620 kg more than 1967 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, 1961 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Chrysler Imperial | 1967 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Imperial | Familia |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2200 mm |
