1966 Mazda Familia vs. 1985 Renault 18
To start off, 1985 Renault 18 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 18 (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1966 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 18 should accelerate faster than 1966 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 18 weights approximately 345 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, 1985 Renault 18 (163 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mazda Familia | 1985 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Familia | 18 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 984 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
