1968 Mazda Familia vs. 2001 Audi A6
To start off, 2001 Audi A6 is newer by 33 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 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 930 kg more than 1968 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Mazda Familia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Familia | 2001 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Mazda | Audi |
| Model | Familia | A6 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 2671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
