1974 Mazda Familia vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,272 cc, 1974 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mazda Familia (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Panda weights approximately 161 kg more than 1974 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Mazda Familia (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda Familia | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Mazda | Fiat |
| Model | Familia | Panda |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1242 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 804 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2310 mm |
