1972 Fiat Dino vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat Dino (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat Dino weights approximately 620 kg more than 2000 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 Dino (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat Dino | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Dino | Familia |
Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2418 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2370 mm |