1964 Mazda Familia vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma is newer by 44 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1964 Mazda Familia. (35 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma should accelerate faster than 1964 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma weights approximately 658 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma (265 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Mazda Familia. (60 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Mazda Familia | 2008 Mitsubishi Carisma | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Familia | Carisma |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 782 cc | 1870 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2560 mm |
