1979 Ford Fiesta vs. 1968 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1979 Ford Fiesta is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 985 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mazda Familia (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1979 Ford Fiesta. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mazda Familia weights approximately 75 kg more than 1979 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Mazda Familia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Mazda Familia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Ford Fiesta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1968 Mazda Familia (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Fiesta. (65 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1968 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Fiesta | 1968 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Fiesta | Familia |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 55 L |
