2008 Ford Focus vs. 1966 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,987 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1966 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1966 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 490 kg more than 1966 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 Focus (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 1966 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Focus | Familia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1987 cc | 984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
