2009 Audi A4 vs. 1968 Mazda Familia

To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 41 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 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 700 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.

Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi A4 (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.

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2009 Audi A4 1968 Mazda Familia
Make Audi Mazda
Model A4 Familia
Year Released 2009 1968
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2393 cc 987 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 168 HP 49 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 230 Nm 79 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 1440 kg 740 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 3790 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1470 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2200 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 57 L