1971 Mazda Familia vs. 2012 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 41 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 589 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, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Familia | 2012 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Familia | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1333 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4278 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2537 mm |
