1965 Mazda Familia vs. 1988 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 1988 Suzuki Alto 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 796 cc (3 cylinders), 1988 Suzuki Alto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Suzuki Alto (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (35 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Suzuki Alto should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Mazda Familia weights approximately 110 kg more than 1988 Suzuki Alto.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Mazda Familia (60 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki Alto. (59 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Mazda Familia | 1988 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | Familia | Alto |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 782 cc | 796 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2180 mm |
