1964 Fiat 850 vs. 1969 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1969 Mazda Familia is newer by 5 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 987 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mazda Familia (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 850. (33 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mazda Familia weights approximately 70 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Mazda Familia (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 850. (55 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1969 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 | 1969 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 850 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 57 L |
