1996 Hyundai Sonata vs. 1966 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 30 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Sonata (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1966 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1966 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 470 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, 1996 Hyundai Sonata (132 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Hyundai Sonata | 1966 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Sonata | Familia |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2200 mm |
