1988 Holden Commodore vs. 1966 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1988 Holden Commodore is newer by 22 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 5,044 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Holden Commodore (164 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1966 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1966 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Holden Commodore weights approximately 590 kg more than 1966 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, 1988 Holden Commodore (324 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1988 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Holden Commodore | 1966 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Commodore | Familia |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5044 cc | 984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2200 mm |
