1965 Mazda Familia vs. 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 41 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 607 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, 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle (172 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | Familia | New Beetle |
Year Released | 1965 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 985 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1399 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2520 mm |