1976 Mazda Familia vs. 2008 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 32 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 2008 Volkswagen Lupo. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Lupo weights approximately 168 kg more than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Mazda Familia (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Familia | 2008 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Familia | Lupo |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 999 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 968 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2330 mm |
