1968 Mazda Familia vs. 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco (112 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco weights approximately 130 kg more than 1968 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Mazda Familia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Mazda Familia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco (159 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mazda Familia | 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | Familia | Scirocco |
Year Released | 1968 | 1982 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 985 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 159 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |