1978 Mazda Familia vs. 2012 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2012 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,272 cc, 1978 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 74 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 361 kg more than 1978 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Fiat Grande Punto (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda Familia | 2012 Fiat Grande Punto | |
| Make | Mazda | Fiat |
| Model | Familia | Grande Punto |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1247 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 804 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2520 mm |
