1969 Mazda Familia vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 44 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford E-Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford E-Series (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford E-Series should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford E-Series weights approximately 2040 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Ford E-Series (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2013 Ford E-Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mazda Familia | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | Familia | E-Series |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2111 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 150 L |
