1966 Mazda Familia vs. 1968 Volkswagen 411
To start off, 1968 Volkswagen 411 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Volkswagen 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Volkswagen 411 (67 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1966 Mazda Familia. (57 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Volkswagen 411 should accelerate faster than 1966 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Volkswagen 411 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1966 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, 1968 Volkswagen 411 (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1968 Volkswagen 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mazda Familia | 1968 Volkswagen 411 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Familia | 411 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 984 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2510 mm |
