1989 Fiat Uno vs. 1968 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1989 Fiat Uno is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Fiat Uno (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Fiat Uno weights approximately 55 kg more than 1968 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Mazda Familia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Mazda Familia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Uno, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Fiat Uno (107 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1989 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat Uno | 1968 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Uno | Familia |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2200 mm |
