1965 Mazda Familia vs. 1988 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 23 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 1,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 (175 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (35 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 510 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, 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (60 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Mazda Familia | 1988 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Mazda | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Familia | 164 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 782 cc | 1995 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
