2000 Mazda Familia vs. 1976 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Volkswagen SP2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Familia weights approximately 240 kg more than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Mazda Familia (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Familia | 1976 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Familia | SP2 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
