1960 Ford Zodiac vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (168 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1960 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Familia weights approximately 39 kg more than 1960 Ford Zodiac. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Ford Zodiac is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Ford Zodiac. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1960 Ford Zodiac (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1960 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Ford Zodiac | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Zodiac | Familia |
Year Released | 1960 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |