1964 Mazda Familia vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 32 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1964 Mazda Familia. (35 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1964 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 530 kg more than 1964 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Mazda Familia. (60 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Mazda Familia | 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Familia | SLK |
Year Released | 1964 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 782 cc | 1998 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2410 mm |