1972 Mazda Familia vs. 1995 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 1995 Volkswagen Fusca is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Volkswagen Fusca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volkswagen Fusca (52 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volkswagen Fusca should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volkswagen Fusca weights approximately 80 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, 1995 Volkswagen Fusca (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Volkswagen Fusca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Familia | 1995 Volkswagen Fusca | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Familia | Fusca |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1585 cc |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2410 mm |
