1965 Mazda Familia vs. 2012 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 47 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), 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (35 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 980 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, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (60 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
Make | Mazda | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Familia | 159 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 782 cc | 2387 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |