1966 Mazda Familia vs. 2001 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 35 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Golf (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1966 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1966 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 315 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, 2001 Volkswagen Golf (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2001 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 | 2001 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | Familia | Golf |
Year Released | 1966 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 984 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4148 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1735 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2512 mm |