1966 Mazda Familia vs. 1998 Mitsubishi SST
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi SST is newer by 32 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi SST is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi SST (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1966 Mazda Familia. (35 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi SST should accelerate faster than 1966 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi SST weights approximately 530 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, 1998 Mitsubishi SST (296 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mazda Familia. (60 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi SST will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mazda Familia | 1998 Mitsubishi SST | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Familia | SST |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 782 cc | 1997 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2570 mm |
