1974 Mazda Familia vs. 2001 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2001 Opel Corsa is newer by 27 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 1,684 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mazda Familia (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2001 Opel Corsa. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Corsa weights approximately 216 kg more than 1974 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Opel Corsa (130 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda Familia | 2001 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Familia | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1684 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 804 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2500 mm |
