1972 Ford Mustang vs. 1975 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1975 Mazda Familia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,090 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Mustang (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 650 kg more than 1975 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 Mustang (254 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Mustang | 1975 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Mustang | Familia |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4090 cc | 1271 cc |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 254 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2270 mm |
