1978 Mazda Familia vs. 2000 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2000 Skoda Octavia is newer by 22 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Skoda Octavia (89 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1978 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 556 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, 2000 Skoda Octavia (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda Familia | 2000 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Mazda | Skoda |
| Model | Familia | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1896 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 804 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2520 mm |
