1965 Mazda Familia vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 40 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 1,499 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Colt (94 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (35 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 325 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Colt (211 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (60 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Mazda Familia | 2005 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Familia | Colt |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 782 cc | 1499 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 47 L |
