2004 Honda Element vs. 1966 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2004 Honda Element is newer by 38 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Element (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1966 Mazda Familia. (35 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1966 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 771 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, 2004 Honda Element (218 Nm) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mazda Familia. (60 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Element | 1966 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Element | Familia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 782 cc |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
