1978 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1965 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1978 Chrysler Valiant is newer by 13 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chrysler Valiant (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 628 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, 1978 Chrysler Valiant (277 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1978 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler Valiant | 1965 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Valiant | Familia |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2200 mm |
