1966 Mazda Familia vs. 2012 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen T5 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1966 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 1966 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 434 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 T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen T5 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 T5 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Familia | T5 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 984 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
