1971 Mazda Familia vs. 2003 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2003 Opel Vectra is newer by 32 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 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Vectra (152 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 806 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, 2003 Opel Vectra (229 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Mazda Familia | 2003 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Mazda | Opel |
Model | Familia | Vectra |
Year Released | 1971 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 987 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2840 mm |