1969 Mazda Familia vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 556 kg more than 1969 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, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Mazda Familia | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | Familia | Golf |
Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 987 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 55 L |