1963 Fiat 1300 vs. 1966 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1966 Mazda Familia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Fiat 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Fiat 1300 (64 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1966 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Fiat 1300 should accelerate faster than 1966 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Fiat 1300 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1966 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, 1963 Fiat 1300 (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1963 Fiat 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Fiat 1300 | 1966 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 1300 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 55 L |
