1974 Mazda Familia vs. 1991 Opel Astra
To start off, 1991 Opel Astra is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,700 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mazda Familia (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1991 Opel Astra. (56 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1991 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Opel Astra weights approximately 221 kg more than 1974 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Mazda Familia (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Opel Astra. (105 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1974 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda Familia | 1991 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Familia | Astra |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1700 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 804 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2640 mm |
