1975 Ford Capri vs. 1974 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1975 Ford Capri is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mazda Familia (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1975 Ford Capri. (55 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Capri weights approximately 206 kg more than 1974 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Mazda Familia (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Capri. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Capri | 1974 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Capri | Familia |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2270 mm |
