1996 Audi A4 vs. 1978 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1996 Audi A4 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A4 (193 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1978 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A4 weights approximately 766 kg more than 1978 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, 1996 Audi A4 (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A4 | 1978 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A4 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2270 mm |
