1966 Mazda Familia vs. 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit is newer by 16 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 1,715 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit (64 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1966 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit should accelerate faster than 1966 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit weights approximately 55 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, 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mazda Familia | 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Familia | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 984 cc | 1715 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2410 mm |
