1976 Mazda Familia vs. 1969 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1976 Mazda Familia is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,272 cc, 1976 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda Familia (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1969 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1969 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 170 kg more than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Mazda Familia (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Familia | 1969 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Mazda | Skoda |
| Model | Familia | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1221 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2400 mm |
