1978 Mazda Familia vs. 1994 Opel Tigra
To start off, 1994 Opel Tigra is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Opel Tigra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Opel Tigra (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1978 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Tigra weights approximately 306 kg more than 1978 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Opel Tigra (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda Familia | 1994 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Familia | Tigra |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1598 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 804 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2440 mm |
