1976 Mazda Familia vs. 1974 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1976 Mazda Familia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Opel Kadett 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 27 more horse power than 1974 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1974 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mazda Familia weights approximately 10 kg more than 1974 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Mazda Familia (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Familia | 1974 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Familia | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 991 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2640 mm |
