2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1971 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,106 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Panda (51 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Panda weights approximately 116 kg more than 1971 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, 2004 Fiat Panda (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1971 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Panda | Familia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1106 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2200 mm |
