2005 Audi A4 vs. 1975 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 30 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), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (162 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 920 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, 2005 Audi A4 (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 1975 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A4 | Familia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1271 cc |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2270 mm |
