1997 Ford Contour vs. 1965 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1997 Ford Contour is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Contour (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (35 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Contour weights approximately 574 kg more than 1965 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, 1997 Ford Contour (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (60 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Contour | 1965 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Contour | Familia |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 782 cc |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1314 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2200 mm |
