1965 Mazda Familia vs. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta

To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (35 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 724 kg more than 1965 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, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (60 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda Familia.

Compare all specifications:

1965 Mazda Familia 2010 Volkswagen Jetta
Make Mazda Volkswagen
Model Familia Jetta
Year Released 1965 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 782 cc 2500 cc
Horse Power 35 HP 170 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 60 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4250 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 740 kg 1464 kg
Vehicle Length 3770 mm 4557 mm
Vehicle Width 1470 mm 1781 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1504 mm
Wheelbase Size 2200 mm 2578 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 55 L


 

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