1966 Mazda Familia vs. 2003 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 37 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Golf (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1966 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1966 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 398 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, 2003 Volkswagen Golf (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 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 | 2003 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | Familia | Golf |
Year Released | 1966 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 984 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1188 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |