1996 Dodge Viper vs. 1965 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1996 Dodge Viper is newer by 31 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 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Viper (444 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 387 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Viper weights approximately 763 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, 1996 Dodge Viper (664 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 583 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Viper | 1965 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Viper | Familia |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 664 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2200 mm |
