1972 Mazda Familia vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 35 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 585 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, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mazda Familia | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | Familia | Golf |
Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 987 cc | 1968 cc |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2580 mm |