1966 Mazda Familia vs. 2013 Ford Transit Connect

To start off, 2013 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Transit Connect (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1966 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1966 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 744 kg more than 1966 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, 2013 Ford Transit Connect (174 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mazda Familia.

Compare all specifications:

1966 Mazda Familia 2013 Ford Transit Connect
Make Mazda Ford
Model Familia Transit Connect
Year Released 1966 2013
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 984 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 57 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 81 Nm 174 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 4750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 790 kg 1534 kg
Vehicle Length 3710 mm 4587 mm
Vehicle Width 1470 mm 2113 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 2014 mm
Wheelbase Size 2200 mm 2911 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 58 L


 

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