2005 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 1965 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 40 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 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 688 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo 159 | 1965 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mazda |
| Model | 159 | Familia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2200 mm |
