1968 Mazda Familia vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 44 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Panda (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Panda weights approximately 163 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, 2012 Fiat Panda, 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, 2012 Fiat Panda (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Familia | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Mazda | Fiat |
| Model | Familia | Panda |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 35 L |
