1969 Mazda Familia vs. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 40 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 760 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, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mazda Familia | 2009 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Familia | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 55 L |
