1970 Mazda Familia vs. 2011 Ford F-150

To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1589 kg more than 1970 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, 2011 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Familia.

Compare all specifications:

1970 Mazda Familia 2011 Ford F-150
Make Mazda Ford
Model Familia F-150
Year Released 1970 2011
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 985 cc 5000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 57 HP 360 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 81 Nm 515 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 4250 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Flex Fuel
Vehicle Weight 790 kg 2379 kg
Vehicle Length 3710 mm 5890 mm
Vehicle Width 1470 mm 2012 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1900 mm
Wheelbase Size 2200 mm 3670 mm


 

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