1965 Mazda Familia vs. 1981 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1981 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 16 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 4,375 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Chevrolet Camaro (123 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (35 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 705 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, 1981 Chevrolet Camaro (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (60 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Mazda Familia | 1981 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Mazda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Familia | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 782 cc | 4375 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2760 mm |
