1982 Ford Fairlane vs. 1966 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1982 Ford Fairlane is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Fairlane (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1966 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1966 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 610 kg more than 1966 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, 1982 Ford Fairlane (296 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Fairlane | 1966 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Fairlane | Familia |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2200 mm |
