1966 Mazda Familia vs. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 46 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1966 Mazda Familia. (35 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1966 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 660 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, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mazda Familia. (60 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mazda Familia | 2012 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Familia | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 782 cc | 2000 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4644 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2651 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
