2005 Honda Element vs. 1965 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2005 Honda Element 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Element (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (35 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Element weights approximately 890 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 Honda Element (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (60 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Element | 1965 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Element | Familia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 782 cc |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
