1964 Mazda Familia vs. 1997 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 1997 Plymouth Neon is newer by 33 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1964 Mazda Familia. (35 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1964 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Plymouth Neon weights approximately 369 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, 1997 Plymouth Neon (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Mazda Familia. (60 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Mazda Familia | 1997 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Mazda | Plymouth |
| Model | Familia | Neon |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 782 cc | 1996 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2650 mm |
