1972 Ford Gran Torino vs. 1967 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1972 Ford Gran Torino is newer by 5 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 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1967 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Gran Torino should accelerate faster than 1967 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Gran Torino weights approximately 855 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, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mazda Familia. (82 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Gran Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Gran Torino | 1967 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Gran Torino | Familia |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4095 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 57 L |
