1965 Mazda Familia vs. 1979 Mazda Cosmo

To start off, 1979 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 14 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 1,768 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (35 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 350 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, 1979 Mazda Cosmo (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (60 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda Familia.

Compare all specifications:

1965 Mazda Familia 1979 Mazda Cosmo
Make Mazda Mazda
Model Familia Cosmo
Year Released 1965 1979
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 782 cc 1768 cc
Horse Power 35 HP 93 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 60 Nm 150 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3300 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 740 kg 1090 kg
Vehicle Length 3770 mm 4480 mm
Vehicle Width 1470 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 2200 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 65 L


 

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