1973 Ford Cortina vs. 1974 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1974 Mazda Familia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mazda Familia (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1973 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ford Cortina weights approximately 236 kg more than 1974 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Mazda Familia (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Ford Cortina | 1974 Mazda Familia | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Cortina | Familia |
Year Released | 1973 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1272 cc |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 804 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2270 mm |