1974 Fiat 127 vs. 1968 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1974 Fiat 127 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 987 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mazda Familia (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mazda Familia weights approximately 35 kg more than 1974 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Mazda Familia (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 127 | 1968 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 127 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 902 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 57 L |
