1960 Fiat 500 vs. 1969 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1969 Mazda Familia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 987 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mazda Familia (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mazda Familia weights approximately 185 kg more than 1960 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Mazda Familia (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 500. (30 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1969 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fiat 500 | 1969 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 500 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 500 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1960 mm | 2200 mm |
