1971 Ford Falcon vs. 1967 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1971 Ford Falcon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford Falcon (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1967 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1967 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ford Falcon weights approximately 620 kg more than 1967 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, 1971 Ford Falcon (259 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Falcon | 1967 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Falcon | Familia |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2200 mm |
