1968 Holden Monaro vs. 1965 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1968 Holden Monaro is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 5,024 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Holden Monaro (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (35 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Monaro weights approximately 720 kg more than 1965 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, 1968 Holden Monaro (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (60 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Monaro | 1965 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Monaro | Familia |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5024 cc | 782 cc |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2200 mm |
