1965 Mazda Familia vs. 1972 Opel Manta
To start off, 1972 Opel Manta is newer by 7 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 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Opel Manta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Opel Manta (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (35 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Opel Manta should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Opel Manta weights approximately 190 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, 1972 Opel Manta (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (60 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Opel Manta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Mazda Familia | 1972 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Familia | Manta |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 782 cc | 1196 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2440 mm |
