1965 Mazda Familia vs. 1994 Saab 900
To start off, 1994 Saab 900 is newer by 29 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Saab 900 (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (35 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Saab 900 weights approximately 590 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, 1994 Saab 900 (263 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (60 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Mazda Familia | 1994 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Mazda | Saab |
| Model | Familia | 900 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 782 cc | 1983 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
