1970 Mazda Familia vs. 2005 Opel Astra
To start off, 2005 Opel Astra is newer by 35 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Astra (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Astra weights approximately 320 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, 2005 Opel Astra (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Familia | 2005 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Familia | Astra |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1110 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2700 mm |
