1983 Fiat 127 vs. 1978 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1983 Fiat 127 is newer by 5 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, 1978 Mazda Familia (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 127. (49 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Fiat 127 weights approximately 26 kg more than 1978 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Mazda Familia (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat 127 | 1978 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 127 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1048 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2270 mm |
