1971 Mazda Familia vs. 1999 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 28 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (129 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 931 kg more than 1971 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, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Familia | 1999 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Mazda | Vauxhall |
| Model | Familia | Omega |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2740 mm |
