1965 Mazda Familia vs. 2009 Mazda 3

To start off, 2009 Mazda 3 is newer by 44 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 3 (263 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (35 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 3 weights approximately 810 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, 2009 Mazda 3 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (60 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda Familia.

Compare all specifications:

1965 Mazda Familia 2009 Mazda 3
Make Mazda Mazda
Model Familia 3
Year Released 1965 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 782 cc 2260 cc
Horse Power 35 HP 263 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 60 Nm 380 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 740 kg 1550 kg
Vehicle Length 3770 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Width 1470 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2200 mm 2650 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 55 L


 

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