1965 Mazda Familia vs. 2001 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 36 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Golf (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (35 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 507 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, 2001 Volkswagen Golf (155 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (60 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Mazda Familia | 2001 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Familia | Golf |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 782 cc | 1596 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
