1973 Ford Fairlane vs. 2013 Mazda CX-05
To start off, 2013 Mazda CX-05 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda CX-05 (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1973 Ford Fairlane. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda CX-05 should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda CX-05 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1973 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Mazda CX-05 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mazda CX-05 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1973 Ford Fairlane (339 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda CX-05. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda CX-05.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Ford Fairlane | 2013 Mazda CX-05 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Fairlane | CX-05 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 13.0 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4555 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2165 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2700 mm |