2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1964 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (612 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 577 more horse power than 1964 Mazda Familia. (35 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1964 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 842 kg more than 1964 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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (596 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 536 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Mazda Familia. (60 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 1964 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Corvette | Familia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 782 cc |
| Horse Power | 612 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 596 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1582 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2200 mm |
