1967 Fiat Dino vs. 1978 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1978 Mazda Familia is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 1,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Fiat Dino (160 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1978 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Fiat Dino weights approximately 376 kg more than 1978 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, 1967 Fiat Dino (172 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat Dino | 1978 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Dino | Familia |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2270 mm |
