1964 Mazda Familia vs. 2011 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 47 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Golf (89 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1964 Mazda Familia. (35 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1964 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 574 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, 2011 Volkswagen Golf (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Mazda Familia. (60 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | Familia | Golf |
Year Released | 1964 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 782 cc | 1600 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1314 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4199 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2578 mm |