1965 Mazda Familia vs. 1976 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1976 Ford Falcon is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Falcon (256 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (35 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Falcon weights approximately 845 kg more than 1965 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, 1976 Ford Falcon (491 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (60 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Mazda Familia | 1976 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | Familia | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 782 cc | 5763 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 491 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2830 mm |
