1968 Ford 17 vs. 1966 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1968 Ford 17 is newer by 2 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Ford 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford 17 (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1966 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford 17 should accelerate faster than 1966 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford 17 weights approximately 266 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, 1968 Ford 17 (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1968 Ford 17 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford 17 | 1966 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | 17 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
