1967 Mazda Familia vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1967 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1967 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 683 kg more than 1967 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, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Mazda Familia | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Familia | Passat |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1423 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 70 L |
