1970 Mazda Familia vs. 1998 Opel Signum
To start off, 1998 Opel Signum is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Signum (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Signum weights approximately 690 kg more than 1970 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, 1998 Opel Signum (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Familia | 1998 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Familia | Signum |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1998 |
| 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 - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2740 mm |
