1996 Audi S6 vs. 1976 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1996 Audi S6 is newer by 20 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 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi S6 weights approximately 1015 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, 1996 Audi S6 (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi S6 | 1976 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | S6 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2270 mm |
