1965 Mazda Familia vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 31 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (35 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 585 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK (280 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (60 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Mazda Familia | 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Familia | SLK |
Year Released | 1965 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 782 cc | 2295 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |