1970 Mazda Familia vs. 2006 Opel Astra
To start off, 2006 Opel Astra is newer by 36 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 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Astra (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Astra weights approximately 440 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, 2006 Opel Astra (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Opel Astra | |
Make | Mazda | Opel |
Model | Familia | Astra |
Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 985 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2620 mm |