1975 Mazda Familia vs. 2001 Opel Signum
To start off, 2001 Opel Signum is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Signum (144 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Signum weights approximately 598 kg more than 1975 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, 2001 Opel Signum (220 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Familia | 2001 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Familia | Signum |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1271 cc | 1994 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2850 mm |
