1964 Mazda Familia vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2001 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 37 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 1,689 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercedes-Benz A (95 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1964 Mazda Familia. (35 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 1964 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 365 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, 2001 Mercedes-Benz A (186 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Mazda Familia. (60 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Mazda Familia | 2001 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Familia | A |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 782 cc | 1689 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2430 mm |
