1969 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1965 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1969 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 4 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo GT (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 178 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, 1969 Alfa Romeo GT (137 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo GT | 1965 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | GT | Familia |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2200 mm |
