1990 Mazda 323 vs. 1965 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1990 Mazda 323 is newer by 25 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 1,720 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Mazda Familia (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1990 Mazda 323. (56 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mazda 323 weights approximately 188 kg more than 1965 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Mazda 323 (114 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1990 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mazda 323 | 1965 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 323 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1720 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2200 mm |
