1950 Ford Zephyr vs. 1975 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1975 Mazda Familia is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda Familia (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1950 Ford Zephyr. (57 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1950 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 345 kg more than 1975 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 1950 Ford Zephyr (151 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1950 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Ford Zephyr | 1975 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Zephyr | Familia |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1271 cc |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2270 mm |
