1942 Fiat 500 vs. 1973 Mazda 616
To start off, 1973 Mazda 616 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1942 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 1942 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda 616 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1942 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1942 Fiat 500 | 1973 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 500 | 616 |
| Year Released | 1942 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 567 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2480 mm |
