1965 Mazda Familia vs. 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900
To start off, 1965 Mazda Familia is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 1,883 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (35 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1965 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, 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 (140 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (60 Nm). This means 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Mazda Familia | 1953 Alfa Romeo 1900 | |
| Make | Mazda | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Familia | 1900 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 782 cc | 1883 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2510 mm |
