2002 Ford Focus vs. 1975 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2002 Ford Focus is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Focus weights approximately 475 kg more than 1975 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 Focus (325 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Focus | 1975 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Focus | Familia |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1271 cc |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2270 mm |
