1966 Mazda Familia vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 41 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz A (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1966 Mazda Familia. (35 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 1966 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 605 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz A (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mazda Familia. (60 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mazda Familia | 2007 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Familia | A |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 782 cc | 1989 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
