1965 Mazda Familia vs. 2012 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2012 Ford Mondeo is newer by 47 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Mondeo (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (35 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 816 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, 2012 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (60 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Mazda Familia | 2012 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | Familia | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 782 cc | 1997 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
