2009 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1978 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 31 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1978 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 296 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, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Grande Punto | 1978 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Grande Punto | Familia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 804 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2270 mm |
