1968 Mazda Familia vs. 1976 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1976 Opel Kadett is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mazda Familia (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1976 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1976 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Opel Kadett weights approximately 30 kg more than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Mazda Familia (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1968 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mazda Familia | 1976 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Mazda | Opel |
Model | Familia | Kadett |
Year Released | 1968 | 1976 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 985 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 43 L |