1996 Ford Ka vs. 1978 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1996 Ford Ka is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda Familia (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1996 Ford Ka. (58 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Ka weights approximately 104 kg more than 1978 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Mazda Familia (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Ka | 1978 Mazda Familia | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Ka | Familia |
Year Released | 1996 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1272 cc |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 908 kg | 804 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2270 mm |