1990 Fiat Tempra vs. 1970 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1990 Fiat Tempra is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Tempra (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 390 kg more than 1970 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, 1990 Fiat Tempra (156 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Tempra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Tempra | 1970 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Tempra | Familia |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2200 mm |
