1976 Mazda Familia vs. 2013 Ford Focus

To start off, 2013 Ford Focus 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Focus (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Focus weights approximately 665 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 Focus (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Focus 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 Focus
Make Mazda Ford
Model Familia Focus
Year Released 1976 2013
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1272 cc 2000 cc
Horse Power 74 HP 158 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 111 Nm 198 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4450 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 800 kg 1465 kg
Vehicle Length 3860 mm 4361 mm
Vehicle Width 1550 mm 2045 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1483 mm
Wheelbase Size 2270 mm 2649 mm


 

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