1995 Audi A6 vs. 1969 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1995 Audi A6 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Audi A6 (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi A6 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1969 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Mazda Familia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Mazda Familia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Audi A6 (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1995 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi A6 | 1969 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A6 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2200 mm |
