1965 Avanti Avanti vs. 1973 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1973 Mazda Familia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Avanti Avanti (254 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 660 kg more than 1973 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, 1965 Avanti Avanti (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Avanti Avanti | 1973 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Avanti | Mazda |
| Model | Avanti | Familia |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2270 mm |
