1964 Mazda Familia vs. 1993 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1993 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 29 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volkswagen Passat (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1964 Mazda Familia. (35 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1964 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 500 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, 1993 Volkswagen Passat (172 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Mazda Familia. (60 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Mazda Familia | 1993 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Familia | Passat |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 782 cc | 1984 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
