1976 Mazda Familia vs. 1997 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Fusca is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,583 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Fusca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda Familia (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Fusca weights approximately 20 kg more than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Mazda Familia (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Fusca. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Fusca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Familia | 1997 Volkswagen Fusca | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Familia | Fusca |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1583 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2410 mm |
