1976 Mazda Familia vs. 1999 Volkswagen Gol
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Gol is newer by 23 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 1,272 cc, 1976 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda Familia (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Gol. (49 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Gol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Gol weights approximately 95 kg more than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Mazda Familia (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Gol. (71 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Gol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Familia | 1999 Volkswagen Gol | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Familia | Gol |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 997 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2480 mm |
