1967 Mazda Familia vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 45 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (266 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1967 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1967 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 781 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, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Mazda Familia | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Familia | Golf |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1521 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4213 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 55 L |
