1967 Mazda Familia vs. 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco

To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 1,984 cc, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1967 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1967 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco weights approximately 558 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 Scirocco (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 Scirocco
Make Mazda Volkswagen
Model Familia Scirocco
Year Released 1967 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 987 cc 1984 cc
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 49 HP 207 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 79 Nm 280 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 1700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 740 kg 1298 kg
Vehicle Length 3790 mm 4256 mm
Vehicle Width 1470 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1404 mm


 

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