1975 Ford Cortina vs. 1976 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1976 Mazda Familia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda Familia (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1975 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Cortina weights approximately 145 kg more than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Mazda Familia (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Cortina | 1976 Mazda Familia | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Cortina | Familia |
Year Released | 1975 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1272 cc |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2270 mm |