1964 Fiat 850 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 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 985 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mazda Familia (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 850. (33 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mazda Familia weights approximately 120 kg more than 1964 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Mazda Familia (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 850. (55 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat 850 | 1968 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 850 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 55 L |
