1966 Mazda Familia vs. 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 31 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 3,134 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1966 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1966 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 610 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, 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass (249 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mazda Familia | 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Mazda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Familia | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 984 cc | 3134 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 76 L |
