1986 Audi 100 vs. 1972 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1986 Audi 100 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Audi 100 (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Audi 100 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1972 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, 1986 Audi 100 (122 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 100 | 1972 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | 100 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 987 cc |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2200 mm |
