1950 Fiat 1500 vs. 1973 Mazda RX-4
To start off, 1973 Mazda RX-4 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1973 Mazda RX-4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda RX-4 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1950 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda RX-4 should accelerate faster than 1950 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1973 Mazda RX-4.
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:
| 1950 Fiat 1500 | 1973 Mazda RX-4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 1500 | RX-4 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2520 mm |
