1966 Ford Galaxie vs. 1970 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1970 Mazda Familia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Galaxie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Galaxie would be higher. At 6,387 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Ford Galaxie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford Galaxie (236 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Galaxie should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Galaxie weights approximately 1052 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, 1966 Ford Galaxie (406 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Ford Galaxie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Galaxie | 1970 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Galaxie | Familia |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6387 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5340 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2200 mm |
