1966 Mazda Familia vs. 2012 Dodge Ram

To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 46 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 1966 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1966 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1628 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, 2012 Dodge Ram (551 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mazda Familia.

Compare all specifications:

1966 Mazda Familia 2012 Dodge Ram
Make Mazda Dodge
Model Familia Ram
Year Released 1966 2012
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 984 cc 5700 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 57 HP 390 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 81 Nm 551 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 790 kg 2418 kg
Vehicle Length 3710 mm 5817 mm
Vehicle Width 1470 mm 2017 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1877 mm
Wheelbase Size 2200 mm 3569 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 98 L


 

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