2003 Fiat Idea vs. 1967 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2003 Fiat Idea is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Idea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Idea (78 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1967 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Idea should accelerate faster than 1967 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Idea weights approximately 368 kg more than 1967 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, 2003 Fiat Idea (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mazda Familia. (82 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Idea | 1967 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Idea | Familia |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1158 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 57 L |
