1966 Mazda Familia vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 40 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 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1966 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1966 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 740 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mazda Familia | 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Familia | Colt |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 984 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 47 L |
