1968 Mazda Familia vs. 2007 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 39 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 319 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, 2007 Volkswagen Polo, 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, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (140 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Familia | 2007 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Familia | Polo |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
