2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 1966 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2006 Fiat Palio II is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Palio II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Palio II (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1966 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Palio II should accelerate faster than 1966 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Palio II weights approximately 585 kg more than 1966 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 Palio II (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Palio II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Palio II | 1966 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Palio II | Familia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |
