1970 Mazda Familia vs. 2006 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 36 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), 2006 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 536 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, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mazda Familia | 2006 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | Familia | Jetta |
Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 987 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1276 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 |