1969 Mazda Familia vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa is newer by 36 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Corsa (75 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Corsa weights approximately 390 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Opel Corsa (166 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mazda Familia | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Familia | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 45 L |
