1973 Mazda Familia vs. 2007 Audi A4
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1973 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, 2007 Audi A4 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Familia | 2007 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Audi |
| Model | Familia | A4 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 2967 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2660 mm |
