2006 Ford Fiesta vs. 1975 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2006 Ford Fiesta is newer by 31 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 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Fiesta (79 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 305 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, 2006 Ford Fiesta (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fiesta | 1975 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Fiesta | Familia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1271 cc |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2270 mm |
