1966 Holden HD vs. 1966 Mazda Familia

To start off, both 1966 Holden HD and 1966 Mazda Familia were released in the same year (1966). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,930 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Holden HD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Holden HD (122 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1966 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Holden HD should accelerate faster than 1966 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Holden HD weights approximately 410 kg more than 1966 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, 1966 Holden HD (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1966 Holden HD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mazda Familia.

Compare all specifications:

1966 Holden HD 1966 Mazda Familia
Make Holden Mazda
Model HD Familia
Year Released 1966 1966
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2930 cc 984 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 122 HP 57 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 237 Nm 81 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 4600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 1200 kg 790 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 3710 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1470 mm
Vehicle Height 1510 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2700 mm 2200 mm


 

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