1951 Ford Vedette vs. 1968 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1968 Mazda Familia is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,158 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Ford Vedette (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Ford Vedette should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Ford Vedette weights approximately 388 kg more than 1968 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, 1951 Ford Vedette (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1951 Ford Vedette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Ford Vedette | 1968 Mazda Familia | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Vedette | Familia |
Year Released | 1951 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2200 mm |