1976 Mazda Familia vs. 1988 Opel Corsa

To start off, 1988 Opel Corsa is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda Familia (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1988 Opel Corsa. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Corsa weights approximately 50 kg more than 1976 Mazda Familia.

Let's talk about torque, 1976 Mazda Familia (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Corsa. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Corsa.

Compare all specifications:

1976 Mazda Familia 1988 Opel Corsa
Make Mazda Opel
Model Familia Corsa
Year Released 1976 1988
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1272 cc 1488 cc
Horse Power 74 HP 49 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 111 Nm 90 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 800 kg 850 kg
Vehicle Length 3860 mm 3630 mm
Vehicle Width 1550 mm 1540 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2270 mm 2350 mm


 

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