1976 Mazda Familia vs. 2012 Ford F-450
To start off, 2012 Ford F-450 is newer by 36 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 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 974 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Familia | 2012 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | Familia | F-450 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 6700 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 1085 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 6680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2438 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2024 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 4379 mm |
