2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1968 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 41 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Panda (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 220 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, 2009 Fiat Panda, 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, 2009 Fiat Panda (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 1968 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Panda | Familia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
