2009 Ford Fusion vs. 1973 Mazda 110 S
To start off, 2009 Ford Fusion is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 110 S would be higher. At 1,962 cc, 1973 Mazda 110 S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda 110 S (108 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 Ford Fusion. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda 110 S should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Fusion weights approximately 185 kg more than 1973 Mazda 110 S.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mazda 110 S (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Fusion. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda 110 S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Fusion | 1973 Mazda 110 S | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Fusion | 110 S |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1386 cc | 1962 cc |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2360 mm |
