1966 Mazda Familia vs. 1999 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 33 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (98 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1966 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1966 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 445 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, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Mazda Familia | 1999 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | Familia | Golf |
Year Released | 1966 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 984 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |