1950 Fiat 1400 vs. 1972 Mazda RX-2
To start off, 1972 Mazda RX-2 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 2,292 cc, 1972 Mazda RX-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda RX-2 (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1950 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda RX-2 should accelerate faster than 1950 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1972 Mazda RX-2.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mazda RX-2 (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda RX-2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Fiat 1400 | 1972 Mazda RX-2 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 1400 | RX-2 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2480 mm |
