2005 Fiat Idea vs. 1978 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2005 Fiat Idea is newer by 27 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 5 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Idea. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Idea weights approximately 346 kg more than 1978 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Fiat Idea (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Idea | 1978 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Idea | Familia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2270 mm |
