1969 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1966 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1969 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 3 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Chevrolet Impala (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1966 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1966 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 925 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, 1969 Chevrolet Impala (256 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1969 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Chevrolet Impala | 1966 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Impala | Familia |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2200 mm |
