1964 Mazda Familia vs. 1974 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1974 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Volkswagen Golf (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1964 Mazda Familia. (35 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1964 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 160 kg more than 1964 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, 1974 Volkswagen Golf (82 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Mazda Familia. (60 Nm). This means 1974 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Mazda Familia | 1974 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Familia | Golf |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 782 cc | 1471 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2410 mm |
