2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1975 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 34 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, both vehicles can yield 74 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 210 kg more than 1975 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Fiat Panda (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 1975 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Panda | Familia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1271 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2270 mm |
