1976 Mazda Familia vs. 1996 Opel Corsa

To start off, 1996 Opel Corsa is newer by 20 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 1,272 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 1996 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Corsa weights approximately 55 kg more than 1976 Mazda Familia.

Let's talk about torque, 1976 Mazda Familia (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Corsa.

Compare all specifications:

1976 Mazda Familia 1996 Opel Corsa
Make Mazda Opel
Model Familia Corsa
Year Released 1976 1996
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1272 cc 1193 cc
Horse Power 74 HP 44 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 111 Nm 88 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 800 kg 855 kg
Vehicle Length 3860 mm 3740 mm
Vehicle Width 1550 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2270 mm 2450 mm


 

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