1996 Caterham 7 vs. 1967 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1996 Caterham 7 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Caterham 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Caterham 7 (138 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1967 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1967 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mazda Familia weights approximately 262 kg more than 1996 Caterham 7.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Caterham 7 (156 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Caterham 7 | 1967 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Caterham | Mazda |
| Model | 7 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 478 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 57 L |
