1971 Mazda Familia vs. 2011 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1971 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, 2011 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Familia | 2011 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Familia | T5 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 3010 mm |
