1960 Fiat 500 vs. 1976 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1976 Mazda Familia is newer by 16 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 1,272 cc, 1976 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda Familia (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mazda Familia weights approximately 245 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, 1976 Mazda Familia (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 500. (30 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 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 | 1976 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 500 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 500 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1960 mm | 2270 mm |
