1976 Mazda Familia vs. 1996 Ford Aspire
To start off, 1996 Ford Aspire is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Aspire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda Familia (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1996 Ford Aspire. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Aspire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Aspire weights approximately 130 kg more than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Mazda Familia (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Aspire. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Aspire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Familia | 1996 Ford Aspire | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | Familia | Aspire |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1297 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2310 mm |
