1977 Ford Fiesta vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (66 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Familia weights approximately 445 kg more than 1977 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mazda Familia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Mazda Familia (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (111 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Fiesta | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Fiesta | Familia |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 78.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2620 mm |
