1970 Mazda Familia vs. 2010 Opel Astra
To start off, 2010 Opel Astra is newer by 40 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Astra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Astra weights approximately 603 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, 2010 Opel Astra (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Opel Astra | |
Make | Mazda | Opel |
Model | Familia | Astra |
Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 985 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2620 mm |