1976 Mazda Familia vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 37 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford E-Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford E-Series (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford E-Series should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford E-Series weights approximately 2030 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, 2013 Ford E-Series (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford E-Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda Familia | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | Familia | E-Series |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 5400 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 1511 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2111 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3505 mm |
