1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1970 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 29 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Palio (69 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 410 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, 1999 Fiat Palio (129 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 1970 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Palio | Familia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2200 mm |
