1966 Mazda Familia vs. 2002 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Astra is newer by 36 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 1,796 cc, 2002 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Astra (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1966 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 1966 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Astra weights approximately 415 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, 2002 Vauxhall Astra (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mazda Familia | 2002 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Mazda | Vauxhall |
| Model | Familia | Astra |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 984 cc | 1796 cc |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2610 mm |
