1975 Mazda Familia vs. 2012 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen CC is newer by 37 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen CC (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 713 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, 2012 Volkswagen CC (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Familia | 2012 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Familia | CC |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1271 cc | 2000 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4799 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2708 mm |
