1970 Mazda Familia vs. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 34 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Caddy (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 1214 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, 2004 Volkswagen Caddy (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Familia | 2004 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Familia | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2590 mm |
