1983 Ford Escort vs. 1966 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1983 Ford Escort is newer by 17 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mazda Familia (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1983 Ford Escort. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Escort weights approximately 260 kg more than 1966 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Ford Escort (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Escort | 1966 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Escort | Familia |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2200 mm |
