2002 Ford Fiesta vs. 1968 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2002 Ford Fiesta is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Fiesta (99 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 375 kg more than 1968 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 Fiesta (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Fiesta | 1968 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Fiesta | Familia |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2200 mm |
