1964 Mazda Familia vs. 1978 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1978 Ford Cortina is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Cortina (86 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1964 Mazda Familia. (35 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1964 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Cortina weights approximately 370 kg more than 1964 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, 1978 Ford Cortina (141 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Mazda Familia. (60 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Mazda Familia | 1978 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | Familia | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 782 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2580 mm |
