1965 Mazda Familia vs. 2012 Fiat Idea
To start off, 2012 Fiat Idea is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Idea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Idea (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Idea should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Idea weights approximately 358 kg more than 1965 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, 2012 Fiat Idea (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Mazda Familia | 2012 Fiat Idea | |
| Make | Mazda | Fiat |
| Model | Familia | Idea |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2520 mm |
