1965 Mazda Familia vs. 1962 MG Midget
To start off, 1965 Mazda Familia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 MG Midget. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 MG Midget would be higher. At 948 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 MG Midget is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 MG Midget (46 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (35 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 MG Midget should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Mazda Familia weights approximately 5 kg more than 1962 MG Midget.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 MG Midget (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (60 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1962 MG Midget will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Mazda Familia | 1962 MG Midget | |
| Make | Mazda | MG |
| Model | Familia | Midget |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 782 cc | 948 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1372 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2032 mm |
