2005 Fiat Panda vs. 1976 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,272 cc, 1976 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda Familia (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (54 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Panda weights approximately 40 kg more than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Mazda Familia (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 1976 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Panda | Familia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2270 mm |
