1978 Honda Accord vs. 1965 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1978 Honda Accord 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Honda Accord (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (35 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Honda Accord weights approximately 154 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 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (60 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Honda Accord | 1965 Mazda Familia | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Accord | Familia |
Year Released | 1978 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 782 cc |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |