1965 Mazda Familia vs. 2013 Volvo C30

To start off, 2013 Volvo C30 is newer by 48 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo C30 (224 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (35 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo C30 weights approximately 720 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, 2013 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (60 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda Familia.

Compare all specifications:

1965 Mazda Familia 2013 Volvo C30
Make Mazda Volvo
Model Familia C30
Year Released 1965 2013
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 782 cc 2500 cc
Horse Power 35 HP 224 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 60 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 740 kg 1460 kg
Vehicle Length 3770 mm 4266 mm
Vehicle Width 1470 mm 2039 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1447 mm
Wheelbase Size 2200 mm 2640 mm


 

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