1991 Fiat 126 vs. 1968 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1991 Fiat 126 is newer by 23 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 985 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mazda Familia (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1991 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mazda Familia weights approximately 145 kg more than 1991 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1968 Mazda Familia (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat 126 | 1968 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 126 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 703 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
