1985 Audi 100 vs. 1976 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1985 Audi 100 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 100 (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 100 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1976 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, 1985 Audi 100 (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 1976 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | 100 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2270 mm |
