1968 Ford Escort vs. 1972 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1972 Mazda Familia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Escort (56 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford Escort weights approximately 65 kg more than 1972 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 Escort (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 1972 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Escort | Familia |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 987 cc |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2200 mm |
