2003 Ford Ka vs. 1970 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2003 Ford Ka is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Ka (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Ka weights approximately 172 kg more than 1970 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, 2003 Ford Ka (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Ka | 1970 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Ka | Familia |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 962 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2200 mm |
