1968 Mazda Familia vs. 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1968 Mazda Familia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 1,285 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mazda Familia (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia weights approximately 100 kg more than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Familia | 1962 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Familia | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 40 L |
