1965 Mazda Familia vs. 2011 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 46 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (35 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 1015 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, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (60 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Mazda Familia | 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
Make | Mazda | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Familia | 159 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 782 cc | 2387 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |