1975 Mazda Familia vs. 2005 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2005 Opel Zafira is newer by 30 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Zafira (197 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Zafira weights approximately 740 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, 2005 Opel Zafira (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Familia | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1271 cc | 1993 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2740 mm |
