1965 Mazda Familia vs. 1990 TVR V8 S
To start off, 1990 TVR V8 S is newer by 25 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 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 TVR V8 S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 TVR V8 S (240 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (35 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 TVR V8 S should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 TVR V8 S weights approximately 312 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, 1990 TVR V8 S (373 Nm) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (60 Nm). This means 1990 TVR V8 S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Mazda Familia | 1990 TVR V8 S | |
| Make | Mazda | TVR |
| Model | Familia | V8 S |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 782 cc | 3947 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1052 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 54 L |
