1968 Mazda Familia vs. 2010 Ford Focus

To start off, 2010 Ford Focus is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Focus (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Focus weights approximately 434 kg more than 1968 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, 2010 Ford Focus (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Mazda Familia 2010 Ford Focus
Make Mazda Ford
Model Familia Focus
Year Released 1968 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 987 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 49 HP 140 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 79 Nm 184 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4250 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 740 kg 1174 kg
Vehicle Length 3790 mm 4445 mm
Vehicle Width 1470 mm 1725 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1488 mm
Wheelbase Size 2200 mm 2614 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 57 L 51 L