2008 Fiat Panda vs. 1975 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2008 Fiat Panda is newer by 33 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, 1975 Mazda Familia (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Panda weights approximately 135 kg more than 1975 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Panda (180 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm). This means 2008 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Panda | 1975 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Panda | Familia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1271 cc |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2270 mm |
