1948 Fiat 500 vs. 1995 Mazda 626
To start off, 1995 Mazda 626 is newer by 47 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda 626 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda 626 weights approximately 415 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 | 1995 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 500 | 626 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2620 mm |
