2006 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1975 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,271 cc, 1975 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 405 kg more than 1975 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, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto (201 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Grande Punto | 1975 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Grande Punto | Familia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1271 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2270 mm |
