1996 Fiat Marea vs. 1976 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1996 Fiat Marea is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,996 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Marea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Marea (145 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Marea should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Marea weights approximately 455 kg more than 1976 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, 1996 Fiat Marea (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Marea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Marea | 1976 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Marea | Familia |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2270 mm |
