1968 Mazda Familia vs. 2010 Audi S5

To start off, 2010 Audi S5 is newer by 42 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi S5 weights approximately 960 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 2010 Audi S5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Mazda Familia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi S5 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, 2010 Audi S5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Mazda Familia 2010 Audi S5
Make Mazda Audi
Model Familia S5
Year Released 1968 2010
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 985 cc 4200 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 57 HP 354 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 81 Nm 440 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear AWD
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 790 kg 1750 kg
Vehicle Length 3710 mm 4636 mm
Vehicle Width 1470 mm 1854 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1369 mm
Wheelbase Size 2200 mm 2751 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 63 L


 

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