1975 Mazda Familia vs. 2001 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2001 Opel Zafira 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Zafira (101 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Zafira weights approximately 590 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 Zafira (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Zafira 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 Zafira | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Familia | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1271 cc | 1597 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2700 mm |
