1966 Mazda Familia vs. 2010 Alpina B5
To start off, 2010 Alpina B5 is newer by 44 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 436 more horse power than 1966 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1966 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alpina B5 weights approximately 930 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, 2010 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 619 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mazda Familia | 2010 Alpina B5 | |
| Make | Mazda | Alpina |
| Model | Familia | B5 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 984 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
