1965 Mazda Familia vs. 1996 Volvo V40
To start off, 1996 Volvo V40 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 1,946 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volvo V40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo V40 (138 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (35 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo V40 should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo V40 weights approximately 490 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 Volvo V40 (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (60 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo V40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Mazda Familia | 1996 Volvo V40 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Familia | V40 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 782 cc | 1946 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2570 mm |
