1956 Fiat 600 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 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 987 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mazda Familia (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Fiat 600 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Mazda Familia (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 600. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Fiat 600 | 1968 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 600 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 57 L |
