2007 Fiat Croma vs. 1978 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2007 Fiat Croma is newer by 29 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Croma (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1978 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Croma weights approximately 706 kg more than 1978 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, 2007 Fiat Croma (204 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Croma | 1978 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Croma | Familia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2270 mm |
