1999 Lada Samara II vs. 1966 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1999 Lada Samara II is newer by 33 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Lada Samara II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lada Samara II (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1966 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lada Samara II should accelerate faster than 1966 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lada Samara II weights approximately 180 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, 1999 Lada Samara II (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1999 Lada Samara II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lada Samara II | 1966 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Lada | Mazda |
| Model | Samara II | Familia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2200 mm |
