2000 Audi A4 vs. 1978 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2000 Audi A4 is newer by 22 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A4 (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1978 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A4 weights approximately 651 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, 2000 Audi A4 (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A4 | 1978 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A4 | Familia |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2270 mm |
