1976 Mazda Familia vs. 2011 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2011 Ford Falcon is newer by 35 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 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Falcon (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Falcon weights approximately 904 kg more than 1976 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, 2011 Ford Falcon (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Familia | 2011 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | Familia | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 3983 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2838 mm |
