1976 Mazda Familia vs. 1966 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1976 Mazda Familia is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Opel Rekord (88 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Opel Rekord weights approximately 330 kg more than 1976 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, 1966 Opel Rekord (146 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Familia | 1966 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Familia | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1895 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2670 mm |
