1968 Ford Zephyr vs. 1976 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1976 Mazda Familia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Zephyr (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Zephyr should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 454 kg more than 1976 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 Zephyr (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Zephyr | 1976 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Zephyr | Familia |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2270 mm |
