2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 1965 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 41 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (252 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (35 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 1006 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, 2006 Cadillac CTS (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (60 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac CTS | 1965 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | CTS | Familia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 782 cc |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |
