2007 Audi A4 vs. 1976 Mazda Familia

To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 830 kg more than 1976 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, 2007 Audi A4 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.

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2007 Audi A4 1976 Mazda Familia
Make Audi Mazda
Model A4 Familia
Year Released 2007 1976
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1984 cc 1272 cc
Horse Power 197 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 280 Nm 111 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1630 kg 800 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 3860 mm
Vehicle Width 1400 mm 1550 mm
Vehicle Height 1780 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2270 mm