1965 Mazda Familia vs. 1978 Buick Century
To start off, 1978 Buick Century is newer by 13 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 3,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Buick Century (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (35 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Century weights approximately 690 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, 1978 Buick Century (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (60 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Mazda Familia | 1978 Buick Century | |
Make | Mazda | Buick |
Model | Familia | Century |
Year Released | 1965 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 782 cc | 3788 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2760 mm |