1956 Fiat 1100 vs. 1968 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1968 Mazda Familia is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Fiat 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mazda Familia (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Fiat 1100 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1968 Mazda Familia (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1968 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Fiat 1100 | 1968 Mazda Familia | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | 1100 | Familia |
Year Released | 1956 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |