1969 Mazda Familia vs. 2009 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2009 Ford Falcon is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Falcon (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Falcon weights approximately 964 kg more than 1969 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, 2009 Ford Falcon (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mazda Familia | 2009 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | Familia | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 68 L |
