1998 Ford Falcon vs. 1966 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1998 Ford Falcon is newer by 32 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Falcon (235 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1966 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1966 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Falcon weights approximately 790 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, 1998 Ford Falcon (395 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Falcon | 1966 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Falcon | Familia |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2200 mm |
