1976 Mazda Familia vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 30 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 518 kg more than 1976 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, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Familia | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Familia | Golf |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1984 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2580 mm |
