1964 Fiat 500 vs. 1968 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1968 Mazda Familia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 987 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mazda Familia (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mazda Familia weights approximately 194 kg more than 1964 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, 1968 Mazda Familia (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat 500 | 1968 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 500 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 546 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 57 L |
