2006 Ford F-250 vs. 1976 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 4,200 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 916 kg more than 1976 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, 2006 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-250 | 1976 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | F-250 | Familia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2270 mm |
