1965 Mazda Familia vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touran

To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 47 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Touran (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (35 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 484 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, 2012 Volkswagen Touran (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (60 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda Familia.

Compare all specifications:

1965 Mazda Familia 2012 Volkswagen Touran
Make Mazda Volkswagen
Model Familia Touran
Year Released 1965 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 782 cc 1968 cc
Horse Power 35 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 60 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Vehicle Weight 740 kg 1224 kg
Vehicle Length 3770 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1470 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2200 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 60 L


 

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