1969 Fiat 500 vs. 1965 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1969 Fiat 500 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 782 cc, 1965 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Mazda Familia (35 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Mazda Familia weights approximately 230 kg more than 1969 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, 1965 Mazda Familia (60 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1965 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 500 | 1965 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 500 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 782 cc |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 27 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 55 L |
