1975 Ford Fairlane vs. 2006 Mazda 2
To start off, 2006 Mazda 2 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,096 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ford Fairlane (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 2. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 325 kg more than 2006 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Ford Fairlane is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 2, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1975 Ford Fairlane (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 2. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Fairlane | 2006 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Fairlane | 2 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4096 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2500 mm |
