1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 1970 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1970 Mazda Familia is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Fiat 1500 (80 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (57 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fiat 1500 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1970 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Fiat 1500 (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1959 Fiat 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1500 | 1970 Mazda Familia | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | 1500 | Familia |
Year Released | 1959 | 1970 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 57 HP |
Torque | 104 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 790 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 |