1971 Mazda Familia vs. 2008 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2008 Opel Corsa is newer by 37 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 1,363 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Corsa (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Corsa weights approximately 421 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, 2008 Opel Corsa (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Familia | 2008 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Familia | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1363 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2520 mm |
