1970 Mazda Familia vs. 2003 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Polo (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 365 kg more than 1970 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, 2003 Volkswagen Polo (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mazda Familia | 2003 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | Familia | Polo |
Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 985 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2470 mm |