1975 Mazda Familia vs. 1972 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1975 Mazda Familia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda Familia (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1972 Opel Rekord. (66 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1972 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Opel Rekord weights approximately 265 kg more than 1975 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Opel Rekord (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Familia | 1972 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Familia | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1271 cc | 1698 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2680 mm |
