1971 Ford Zephyr vs. 1969 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1971 Ford Zephyr is newer by 2 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford Zephyr (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford Zephyr should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 510 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, 1971 Ford Zephyr (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Zephyr | 1969 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Zephyr | Familia |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2200 mm |
