1977 Honda Civic vs. 1966 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1977 Honda Civic is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,169 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mazda Familia (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1977 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mazda Familia weights approximately 115 kg more than 1977 Honda Civic. 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 Mazda Familia (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Honda Civic | 1966 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Civic | Familia |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1169 cc | 984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 55 L |
