1967 Mazda Familia vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Starion
To start off, 1982 Mitsubishi Starion is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Mitsubishi Starion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mitsubishi Starion (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1967 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mitsubishi Starion should accelerate faster than 1967 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mitsubishi Starion weights approximately 395 kg more than 1967 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, 1982 Mitsubishi Starion (215 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mazda Familia. (82 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1982 Mitsubishi Starion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Mazda Familia | 1982 Mitsubishi Starion | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Familia | Starion |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1185 kg |
