1968 Mazda Familia vs. 2005 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Fabia is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,221 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Skoda Fabia (63 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 390 kg more than 1968 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Mazda Familia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Mazda Familia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Fabia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Skoda Fabia (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Familia | 2005 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Mazda | Skoda |
| Model | Familia | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |
