1969 Fiat 600 vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Familia weights approximately 420 kg more than 1969 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mazda Familia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Fiat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Mazda Familia (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 600 | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 600 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
