1965 Mazda Familia vs. 1970 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1970 Opel Ascona is newer by 5 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 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Opel Ascona (80 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (35 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Opel Ascona weights approximately 185 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, 1970 Opel Ascona (118 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (60 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Mazda Familia | 1970 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Familia | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 782 cc | 1584 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2450 mm |
