1981 Audi 80 vs. 1970 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1981 Audi 80 is newer by 11 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 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1981 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi 80 (136 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Audi 80 weights approximately 400 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, 1981 Audi 80 (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1981 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 80 | 1970 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | 80 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2200 mm |
