1965 Mazda Familia vs. 1978 Opel Senator
To start off, 1978 Opel Senator is newer by 13 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 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Opel Senator (170 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (35 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Opel Senator weights approximately 600 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, 1978 Opel Senator (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (60 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Mazda Familia | 1978 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Familia | Senator |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 782 cc | 2969 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
