2008 Ford Fiesta vs. 1965 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2008 Ford Fiesta is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,559 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Fiesta (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 353 kg more than 1965 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, 2008 Ford Fiesta (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Fiesta | 1965 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Fiesta | Familia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1559 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2200 mm |
