1967 Mazda Familia vs. 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 41 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1967 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 1967 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 526 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, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle (220 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Mazda Familia | 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Familia | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 55 L |
