2007 Fiat Strada vs. 1968 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Strada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Strada (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Strada weights approximately 320 kg more than 1968 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Mazda Familia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Mazda Familia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Strada, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Fiat Strada (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Strada | 1968 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Strada | Familia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
