1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 1968 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1968 Mazda Familia is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Fiat 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat 1300 (64 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat 1300 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 1300 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1968 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, 1961 Fiat 1300 (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 1300 | 1968 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 1300 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 57 L |
