1965 Mazda Familia vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 43 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (35 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 550 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, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (127 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (60 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Familia | Golf |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 782 cc | 1390 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
