1941 Fiat 500 vs. 1974 Mazda RX-3
To start off, 1974 Mazda RX-3 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,962 cc, 1974 Mazda RX-3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mazda RX-3 (100 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1941 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda RX-3 should accelerate faster than 1941 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mazda RX-3 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1941 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1941 Fiat 500 | 1974 Mazda RX-3 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 500 | RX-3 |
| Year Released | 1941 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 1962 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2320 mm |
