1975 Mazda Familia vs. 1974 Ford Capri
To start off, 1975 Mazda Familia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ford Capri (97 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Capri weights approximately 232 kg more than 1975 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Ford Capri (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Familia | 1974 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | Familia | Capri |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1271 cc | 1993 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2570 mm |
