1978 Mazda Familia vs. 2003 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Zafira is newer by 25 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), 2003 Vauxhall Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Zafira (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1978 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Zafira should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 586 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, 2003 Vauxhall Zafira (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda Familia | 2003 Vauxhall Zafira | |
| Make | Mazda | Vauxhall |
| Model | Familia | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1598 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 804 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2700 mm |
