1969 Dodge Dart vs. 1966 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1969 Dodge Dart 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 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Dart (235 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1966 Mazda Familia. (35 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1966 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Dart weights approximately 655 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 Dodge Dart (421 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mazda Familia. (60 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Dart | 1966 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Dart | Familia |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 782 cc |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 421 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
