1966 Mazda Familia vs. 1992 Vauxhall Carlton

To start off, 1992 Vauxhall Carlton is newer by 26 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Vauxhall Carlton (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1966 Mazda Familia. (35 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 1966 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 495 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, 1992 Vauxhall Carlton (157 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mazda Familia. (60 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mazda Familia.

Compare all specifications:

1966 Mazda Familia 1992 Vauxhall Carlton
Make Mazda Vauxhall
Model Familia Carlton
Year Released 1966 1992
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 782 cc 1796 cc
Horse Power 35 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 60 Nm 157 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 740 kg 1235 kg
Vehicle Length 3770 mm 4690 mm
Vehicle Width 1470 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2200 mm 2740 mm


 

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