1971 Mazda Familia vs. 1990 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1990 Opel Corsa is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 993 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mazda Familia (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1990 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Corsa weights approximately 26 kg more than 1971 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Mazda Familia (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1971 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Familia | 1990 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Familia | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2350 mm |
