1953 Fiat 1100 vs. 2002 Mazda 6
To start off, 2002 Mazda 6 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda 6 (119 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1100. (35 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 6 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1953 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Fiat 1100 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 1953 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 6, 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, 2002 Mazda 6 (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1100. (69 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 1100 | 2002 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 1100 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 64 L |
