2007 Ford Focus vs. 1978 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1978 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 367 kg more than 1978 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, 2007 Ford Focus (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 1978 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Focus | Familia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2270 mm |
