2000 Mazda Familia vs. 1974 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (168 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1974 Opel Ascona. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1974 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Familia weights approximately 410 kg more than 1974 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mazda Familia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Opel Ascona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Mazda Familia (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Opel Ascona. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Familia | 1974 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Familia | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 61 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2440 mm |
