1965 Mazda Familia vs. 1985 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1985 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 20 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 1,272 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Volkswagen Polo (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (35 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Mazda Familia weights approximately 20 kg more than 1985 Volkswagen Polo.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Volkswagen Polo (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (60 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Mazda Familia | 1985 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Familia | Polo |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 782 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2340 mm |
