2000 Mazda Familia vs. 1962 Rover P5
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (168 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1962 Rover P5. (119 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1962 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Rover P5 weights approximately 370 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Because 2000 Mazda Familia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Rover P5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1962 Rover P5 (218 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1962 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia. 2000 Mazda Familia has automatic transmission and 1962 Rover P5 has manual transmission. 1962 Rover P5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mazda Familia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Familia | 1962 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | Familia | P5 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
