1968 Mazda Familia vs. 2011 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 43 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Beetle (114 HP @ 2400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 440 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, 2011 Volkswagen Beetle, 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, 2011 Volkswagen Beetle (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Familia | 2011 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Familia | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
