1965 Mazda Familia vs. 1998 Mazda 323
To start off, 1998 Mazda 323 is newer by 33 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda 323 (88 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (35 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda 323 weights approximately 335 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, 1998 Mazda 323 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (60 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Mazda Familia | 1998 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | Familia | 323 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 782 cc | 1498 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
