1981 Ford Capri vs. 1976 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1981 Ford Capri is newer by 5 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda Familia (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1981 Ford Capri. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Capri weights approximately 185 kg more than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Mazda Familia (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Capri. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Capri | 1976 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Capri | Familia |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2270 mm |
