1972 Fiat 125 vs. 1969 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1972 Fiat 125 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 125 (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 125 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 125 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1969 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1972 Fiat 125 (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 125 | 1969 Mazda Familia | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | 125 | Familia |
Year Released | 1972 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |