1976 Mazda Familia vs. 1966 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1976 Mazda Familia is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 2,306 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercedes-Benz SL (149 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 500 kg more than 1976 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, 1966 Mercedes-Benz SL (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Familia | 1966 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Familia | SL |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 2306 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2410 mm |
