1971 Mazda Familia vs. 2002 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2002 Skoda Fabia is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,420 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Skoda Fabia (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 326 kg more than 1971 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Skoda Fabia (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Familia | 2002 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Mazda | Skoda |
| Model | Familia | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1420 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2470 mm |
