1972 Mazda Familia vs. 1970 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1972 Mazda Familia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Volkswagen 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Volkswagen 1600 (52 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Volkswagen 1600 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Volkswagen 1600 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1972 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, 1970 Volkswagen 1600 (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Volkswagen 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Familia | 1970 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Familia | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1584 cc |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2520 mm |
