1964 Mazda Familia vs. 1981 Renault 4
To start off, 1981 Renault 4 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 956 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Mazda Familia (35 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1981 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Mazda Familia weights approximately 45 kg more than 1981 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Renault 4 (63 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Mazda Familia. (60 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 Renault 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Mazda Familia | 1981 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Familia | 4 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 782 cc | 956 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2410 mm |
