1965 Mazda Familia vs. 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 34 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle (100 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (35 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 466 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, 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (60 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Mazda Familia | 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | Familia | New Beetle |
Year Released | 1965 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 782 cc | 1598 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1206 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |