1973 Mazda Familia vs. 1998 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda Familia (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Polo. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 220 kg more than 1973 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Volkswagen Polo (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mazda Familia | 1998 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | Familia | Polo |
Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1390 cc |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2410 mm |