2005 Ford Fairlane vs. 1971 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2005 Ford Fairlane is newer by 34 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), 2005 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Fairlane (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 961 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, 2005 Ford Fairlane (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Fairlane | 1971 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Fairlane | Familia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 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 | 225 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2200 mm |
