1978 Mazda Familia vs. 2007 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2007 Opel Zafira 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Zafira (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1978 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Zafira weights approximately 791 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 Zafira (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Zafira 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 Zafira | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Familia | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 2198 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 804 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2700 mm |
