1959 Ford 17M vs. 1970 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1970 Mazda Familia is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford 17M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford 17M would be higher. At 1,697 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Ford 17M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ford 17M (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ford 17M should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford 17M weights approximately 325 kg more than 1970 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, 1959 Ford 17M (120 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1959 Ford 17M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford 17M | 1970 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | 17M | Familia |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2200 mm |
