1965 Mazda Familia vs. 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia (43 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (35 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia weights approximately 110 kg more than 1965 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, 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia (102 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (60 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Mazda Familia | 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Familia | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 782 cc | 1493 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |
