1975 Mazda Familia vs. 1965 Volvo 120
To start off, 1975 Mazda Familia is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,776 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda Familia (74 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1965 Volvo 120. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Volvo 120 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1975 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Volvo 120 (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Volvo 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Familia | 1965 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Familia | 120 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1271 cc | 1776 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2610 mm |
