1999 Mazda Laputa vs. 1976 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1999 Mazda Laputa is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,272 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Volkswagen Polo (55 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1999 Mazda Laputa. (53 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda Laputa weights approximately 25 kg more than 1976 Volkswagen Polo.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1976 Volkswagen Polo (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda Laputa | 1976 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Laputa | Polo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 40 L |
