1996 Ford Escort vs. 1964 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1996 Ford Escort is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Escort (112 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1964 Mazda Familia. (35 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1964 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Escort weights approximately 390 kg more than 1964 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, 1996 Ford Escort (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Mazda Familia. (60 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Escort | 1964 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Escort | Familia |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 782 cc |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2200 mm |
