1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,491 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (420 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 695 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (563 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Corvette | Familia |
Year Released | 1965 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6491 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 563 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 58 L |