1965 Mazda Familia vs. 2003 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Monaro is newer by 38 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Monaro (328 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (35 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Monaro weights approximately 915 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, 2003 Vauxhall Monaro (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (60 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Mazda Familia | 2003 Vauxhall Monaro | |
| Make | Mazda | Vauxhall |
| Model | Familia | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 782 cc | 5665 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2800 mm |
