1965 Mazda Familia vs. 2005 Opel Astra
To start off, 2005 Opel Astra is newer by 40 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Astra (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Astra weights approximately 389 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, 2005 Opel Astra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Mazda Familia | 2005 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Familia | Astra |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1181 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2840 mm |
