2002 Ford Falcon vs. 1971 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2002 Ford Falcon is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Falcon (221 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Falcon weights approximately 771 kg more than 1971 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, 2002 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3150 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Falcon | 1971 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Falcon | Familia |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3150 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2200 mm |
