1978 Mazda Familia vs. 2007 Opel Astra
To start off, 2007 Opel Astra is newer by 29 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Astra (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1978 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Astra weights approximately 506 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, 2007 Opel Astra (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda Familia | 2007 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Familia | Astra |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1796 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 804 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2620 mm |
