2009 Honda Insight vs. 1965 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2009 Honda Insight is newer by 44 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 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Insight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Insight (87 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (35 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Insight weights approximately 536 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, 2009 Honda Insight (121 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (60 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Insight | 1965 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Insight | Familia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 782 cc |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1276 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
