1966 Mazda Familia vs. 2006 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2006 Opel Vectra is newer by 40 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 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Vectra (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1966 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1966 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Vectra weights approximately 836 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, 2006 Opel Vectra (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mazda Familia | 2006 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Familia | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 984 cc | 3175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |
