1980 Audi 80 vs. 1970 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1980 Audi 80 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi 80 (59 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi 80 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1970 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, 1980 Audi 80 (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 80 | 1970 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | 80 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2200 mm |
