2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 1965 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 43 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 2,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser (150 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 1023 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, 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 1965 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Familia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2397 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2200 mm |
