1975 Mazda Familia vs. 1996 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda Familia (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Polo. (63 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 300 kg more than 1975 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Volkswagen Polo (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Familia | 1996 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Familia | Polo |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1271 cc | 1896 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1100 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 |
