1964 Mazda Familia vs. 2000 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 36 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), 2000 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Suzuki Samurai (62 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1964 Mazda Familia. (35 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Samurai should accelerate faster than 1964 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 440 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, 2000 Suzuki Samurai (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Mazda Familia. (60 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Suzuki Samurai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Mazda Familia | 2000 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | Familia | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 782 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
