1965 Mazda Familia vs. 1983 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 1983 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 18 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 1,439 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mitsubishi Colt (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (35 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 184 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, 1983 Mitsubishi Colt (102 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (60 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Mazda Familia | 1983 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Familia | Colt |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 782 cc | 1439 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2390 mm |
