1948 Fiat 500 vs. 1978 Mazda 616
To start off, 1978 Mazda 616 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda 616 weights approximately 122 kg more than 1948 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Fiat 500 | 1978 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 500 | 616 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 52 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 912 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 |
