1969 Chevrolet Vega vs. 1966 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1969 Chevrolet Vega 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 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Vega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Chevrolet Vega (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1966 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Chevrolet Vega should accelerate faster than 1966 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Chevrolet Vega weights approximately 215 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 Vega (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1969 Chevrolet Vega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Chevrolet Vega | 1966 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Vega | Familia |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |
