2003 Fiat Palio vs. 1978 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,272 cc, 1978 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda Familia (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (70 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Palio weights approximately 101 kg more than 1978 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Mazda Familia (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Palio | 1978 Mazda Familia | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Palio | Familia |
Year Released | 2003 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 1272 cc |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 804 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2270 mm |