1976 Mazda Familia vs. 1994 Porsche 965

To start off, 1994 Porsche 965 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 965 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 965 weights approximately 670 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, 1994 Porsche 965 (530 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.

Compare all specifications:

1976 Mazda Familia 1994 Porsche 965
Make Mazda Porsche
Model Familia 965
Year Released 1976 1994
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1272 cc 3599 cc
Horse Power 74 HP 355 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 111 Nm 530 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 800 kg 1470 kg
Vehicle Length 3860 mm 4260 mm
Vehicle Width 1550 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2270 mm 2270 mm


 

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