1966 Mazda Familia vs. 1968 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1968 Opel Commodore is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Opel Commodore (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1966 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1966 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Opel Commodore weights approximately 420 kg more than 1966 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, 1968 Opel Commodore (198 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1968 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mazda Familia | 1968 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Familia | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 984 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
