1953 Fiat 1100 vs. 2004 Mazda 3
To start off, 2004 Mazda 3 is newer by 51 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 3 (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1100. (35 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 3 weights approximately 425 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, 2004 Mazda 3, 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, 2004 Mazda 3 (230 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1100. (69 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 1100 | 2004 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 1100 | 3 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 122 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
