1976 Ford Cortina vs. 1968 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1976 Ford Cortina is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Cortina (73 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Cortina weights approximately 374 kg more than 1968 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, 1976 Ford Cortina (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Cortina | 1968 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Cortina | Familia |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 57 L |
