1974 Lada 1200 vs. 1965 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1974 Lada 1200 is newer by 9 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 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Lada 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lada 1200 (61 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (35 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lada 1200 should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lada 1200 weights approximately 256 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, 1974 Lada 1200 (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (60 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 Lada 1200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lada 1200 | 1965 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Lada | Mazda |
| Model | 1200 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 782 cc |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 55 L |
