1965 Mazda Familia vs. 2009 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 44 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Passat (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (35 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 1567 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, 2009 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (60 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Mazda Familia | 2009 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | Familia | Passat |
Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 782 cc | 1798 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |