1975 Fiat 500 vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (168 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Familia weights approximately 840 kg more than 1975 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mazda Familia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Mazda Familia (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 500. 2000 Mazda Familia has automatic transmission and 1975 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1975 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mazda Familia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 500 | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 500 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 498 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 27 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 60 L |
