1965 Mazda Familia vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna 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 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 578 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 Mitsubishi Magna (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Mazda Familia | 1998 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Familia | Magna |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2730 mm |
