1963 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (168 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 25 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 1963 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1963 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Chevrolet Corvette | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Corvette | Familia |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |
