1968 Ford Zephyr vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 32 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, 2000 Mazda Familia (129 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1968 Ford Zephyr. (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 84 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Because 1968 Ford Zephyr is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Ford Zephyr. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Ford Zephyr (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (141 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Zephyr | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Zephyr | Familia |
Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 78.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |