1966 Mazda Familia vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 43 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 2,996 cc, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1966 Mazda Familia. (35 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1966 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 952 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (300 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mazda Familia. (60 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mazda Familia | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Familia | C |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 782 cc | 2996 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 66 L |
