1965 Mazda Familia vs. 2001 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2001 Toyota MR2 is newer by 36 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota MR2 (140 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (35 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 870 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, 2001 Toyota MR2 (170 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (60 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Mazda Familia | 2001 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | Familia | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 782 cc | 1799 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2470 mm |
