1966 Mazda Familia vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 38 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 2,350 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1966 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1966 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 615 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mazda Familia | 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Familia | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 984 cc | 2350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 81 L |
