1970 Ford Maverick vs. 1969 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1970 Ford Maverick is newer by 1 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 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Maverick (82 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Maverick weights approximately 475 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, 1970 Ford Maverick (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Maverick | 1969 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Maverick | Familia |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2782 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2200 mm |
