1953 Fiat 1100 vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (168 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1100. (35 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Familia weights approximately 535 kg more than 1953 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mazda Familia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Fiat 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Mazda Familia (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1100. (69 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1100. 2000 Mazda Familia has automatic transmission and 1953 Fiat 1100 has manual transmission. 1953 Fiat 1100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mazda Familia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 1100 | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 1100 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |
