1991 Ford Falcon vs. 1969 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1991 Ford Falcon is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Falcon (161 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Falcon weights approximately 706 kg more than 1969 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, 1991 Ford Falcon (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Falcon | 1969 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Falcon | Familia |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3949 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2200 mm |
