1968 Mazda Familia vs. 2007 Opel Astra
To start off, 2007 Opel Astra is newer by 39 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Astra (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Astra weights approximately 590 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Opel Astra (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mazda Familia | 2007 Opel Astra | |
Make | Mazda | Opel |
Model | Familia | Astra |
Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 987 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 52 L |