1988 Ford Mustang vs. 1966 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1988 Ford Mustang is newer by 22 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 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Mustang (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1966 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1966 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Mustang weights approximately 464 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, 1988 Ford Mustang (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Mustang | 1966 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Mustang | Familia |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2200 mm |
