1974 Mazda Familia vs. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Transporter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 550 kg more than 1974 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, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mazda Familia | 2006 Volkswagen Transporter | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | Familia | Transporter |
Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1896 cc |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 804 kg | 1354 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3010 mm |