2003 Ford Ka vs. 1975 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2003 Ford Ka is newer by 28 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda Familia (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2003 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Ka weights approximately 162 kg more than 1975 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Mazda Familia (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Ka. (99 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Ka | 1975 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Ka | Familia |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1271 cc |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 962 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2270 mm |
