1975 Mazda Familia vs. 2011 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 36 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 1,271 cc, 1975 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Golf (84 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 429 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, 2011 Volkswagen Golf (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Familia | 2011 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Familia | Golf |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1271 cc | 1200 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1229 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2578 mm |
