1979 Fiat 131 vs. 1976 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1979 Fiat 131 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda Familia (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 131. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Fiat 131 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Fiat 131 (152 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat 131 | 1976 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 131 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2270 mm |
