1975 Mazda Familia vs. 2007 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 32 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 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 395 kg more than 1975 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 Polo (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | Familia | Polo |
Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1271 cc | 1894 cc |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2470 mm |