2008 Fiat Punto vs. 1974 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2008 Fiat Punto is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,272 cc, 1974 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mazda Familia (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Punto. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Punto weights approximately 236 kg more than 1974 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Punto (181 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Punto | 1974 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Punto | Familia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2270 mm |
