1964 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 2000 Mazda Familia

To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 1,272 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1964 Fiat Cabriolet. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Fiat Cabriolet weights approximately 110 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia.

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, 2000 Mazda Familia (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat Cabriolet. (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat Cabriolet.

Compare all specifications:

1964 Fiat Cabriolet 2000 Mazda Familia
Make Fiat Mazda
Model Cabriolet Familia
Year Released 1964 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1221 cc 1272 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 62 HP 75 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 94 Nm 103 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 8.8:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 890 kg 780 kg
Vehicle Length 4040 mm 3800 mm
Vehicle Width 1530 mm 1490 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2370 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 37 L 58 L


 

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