1971 Mazda Familia vs. 2005 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2005 Opel Zafira is newer by 34 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Zafira (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Zafira weights approximately 649 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, 2005 Opel Zafira (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Familia | 2005 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Familia | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2740 mm |
