1975 Mazda Familia vs. 1970 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1975 Mazda Familia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda Familia (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1970 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Opel Rekord weights approximately 290 kg more than 1975 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Mazda Familia (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Rekord. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Familia | 1970 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Familia | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1271 cc | 1492 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2640 mm |
