1968 Fiat 500 vs. 1974 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1974 Mazda Familia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,272 cc, 1974 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mazda Familia (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mazda Familia weights approximately 294 kg more than 1968 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Mazda Familia (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 500 | 1974 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 500 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 27 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2270 mm |
