1976 Mazda Familia vs. 2005 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 29 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 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Lupo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda Familia (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. (59 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Lupo weights approximately 255 kg more than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Lupo (115 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Lupo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Familia | 2005 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Familia | Lupo |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1786 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2330 mm |
