1962 Cadillac 62 vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 805 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mazda Familia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Cadillac 62. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1962 Cadillac 62 (582 Nm) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (137 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac 62 | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | 62 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 78.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
