1952 Fiat 1900 vs. 1985 Mazda 626
To start off, 1985 Mazda 626 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mazda 626 (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1952 Fiat 1900. (52 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1952 Fiat 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Fiat 1900 weights approximately 139 kg more than 1985 Mazda 626.
Because 1952 Fiat 1900 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1952 Fiat 1900. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Mazda 626, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Mazda 626 (157 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Fiat 1900. (131 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1985 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Fiat 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Fiat 1900 | 1985 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 1900 | 626 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1036 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
