1986 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1969 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1986 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Fiat Ritmo (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 180 kg more than 1969 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Ritmo | 1969 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Ritmo | Familia |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 57 L |
