1999 Ford Ka vs. 1973 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1999 Ford Ka is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda Familia (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1999 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Ka weights approximately 80 kg more than 1973 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mazda Familia (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Ka | 1973 Mazda Familia | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Ka | Familia |
Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1272 cc |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2270 mm |