1996 Mazda Levante vs. 1976 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 1996 Mazda Levante is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mazda Levante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda Levante (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen Beetle. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda Levante should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda Levante weights approximately 440 kg more than 1976 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Mazda Levante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Volkswagen Beetle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mazda Levante will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mazda Levante (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen Beetle. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda Levante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mazda Levante | 1976 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Levante | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1283 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2410 mm |
