1965 Mazda Familia vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer (93 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (35 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 150 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, 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (60 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Mazda Familia | 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Familia | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 782 cc | 1597 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2350 mm |
