1993 Ford Laser vs. 1965 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1993 Ford Laser is newer by 28 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Laser (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Laser weights approximately 213 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, 1993 Ford Laser (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Laser | 1965 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Laser | Familia |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2200 mm |
