1997 Audi A8 vs. 1975 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1997 Audi A8 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Audi A8 (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Audi A8 weights approximately 825 kg more than 1975 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, 1997 Audi A8 (310 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Audi A8 | 1975 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A8 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1271 cc |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2270 mm |
