1978 Mazda Familia vs. 2010 Ford Ka
To start off, 2010 Ford Ka is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,272 cc, 1978 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda Familia (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2010 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Ka weights approximately 136 kg more than 1978 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Mazda Familia (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Ka. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mazda Familia | 2010 Ford Ka | |
Make | Mazda | Ford |
Model | Familia | Ka |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1242 cc |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 804 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2310 mm |