2006 Audi S4 vs. 1968 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2006 Audi S4 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi S4 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1968 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Mazda Familia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Mazda Familia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi S4 | 1968 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | S4 | Familia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
