2004 Audi A6 vs. 1978 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 26 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1978 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 736 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, 2004 Audi A6 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 1978 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A6 | Familia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2270 mm |
