1969 Mazda Familia vs. 2003 Vauxhall Signum
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Signum is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Signum (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Signum should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Signum weights approximately 605 kg more than 1969 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Mazda Familia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Mazda Familia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Signum, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Vauxhall Signum (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Mazda Familia | 2003 Vauxhall Signum | |
Make | Mazda | Vauxhall |
Model | Familia | Signum |
Year Released | 1969 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 985 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2840 mm |