1965 Mazda Familia vs. 1989 Rover Montego
To start off, 1989 Rover Montego is newer by 24 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 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Rover Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Rover Montego (117 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (35 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Rover Montego should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Rover Montego weights approximately 340 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, 1989 Rover Montego (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (60 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Rover Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Mazda Familia | 1989 Rover Montego | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | Familia | Montego |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 782 cc | 1992 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2580 mm |
