1966 Mazda Familia vs. 2004 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2004 Renault Vel Satis 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Vel Satis (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1966 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1966 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 945 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 Renault Vel Satis (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mazda Familia | 2004 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Familia | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 984 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
