1965 Mazda Familia vs. 1985 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 1985 Vauxhall Nova is newer by 20 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 993 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Vauxhall Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Vauxhall Nova (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (35 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Vauxhall Nova should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Vauxhall Nova (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (60 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Vauxhall Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Mazda Familia | 1985 Vauxhall Nova | |
| Make | Mazda | Vauxhall |
| Model | Familia | Nova |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 782 cc | 993 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2350 mm |
