1973 Honda 1300 vs. 1965 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1973 Honda 1300 is newer by 8 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 1,298 cc, 1973 Honda 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Honda 1300 (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (35 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Honda 1300 should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Honda 1300 weights approximately 155 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, 1973 Honda 1300 (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (60 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 Honda 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 1300 | 1965 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | 1300 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 782 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
