1957 Fiat 1200 vs. 1965 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1965 Mazda Familia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,219 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Fiat 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 57 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Fiat 1200 weights approximately 128 kg more than 1965 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Fiat 1200 (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1957 Fiat 1200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 1200 | 1965 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 1200 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1219 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2200 mm |
