1974 Mazda Familia vs. 2005 Vauxhall VX220
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall VX220 is newer by 31 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Vauxhall VX220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Vauxhall VX220 (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall VX220 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall VX220 weights approximately 72 kg more than 1974 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 Vauxhall VX220 (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Vauxhall VX220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda Familia | 2005 Vauxhall VX220 | |
| Make | Mazda | Vauxhall |
| Model | Familia | VX220 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 2198 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 804 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2340 mm |
