1968 Fiat 850 vs. 1971 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1971 Mazda Familia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 987 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Fiat 850 (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Fiat 850 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda Familia weights approximately 29 kg more than 1968 Fiat 850.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Mazda Familia (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 850 | 1971 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 850 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2200 mm |
