1965 Mazda Familia vs. 1997 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 32 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 1,043 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen Polo (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (35 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 215 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, 1997 Volkswagen Polo (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (60 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 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 | 1997 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Familia | Polo |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 782 cc | 1043 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2410 mm |
