1958 Fiat 1100 vs. 1978 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1978 Mazda Familia is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,272 cc, 1978 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda Familia (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Fiat 1100 weights approximately 66 kg more than 1978 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Mazda Familia (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Fiat 1100 | 1978 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 1100 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2270 mm |
