1977 Mazda Familia vs. 1979 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1979 Opel Kadett is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,272 cc, 1977 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Mazda Familia (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1979 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1979 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mazda Familia weights approximately 10 kg more than 1979 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, 1977 Mazda Familia (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1977 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mazda Familia | 1979 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Familia | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1196 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2410 mm |
