1953 Fiat 1100 vs. 2005 Mazda Marathon
To start off, 2005 Mazda Marathon is newer by 52 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 2,260 cc, 2005 Mazda Marathon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Marathon (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1100. (52 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Marathon should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Marathon weights approximately 687 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.
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, 2005 Mazda Marathon (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Marathon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 1100 | 2005 Mazda Marathon | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 1100 | Marathon |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Size | 1088 cc | 2260 cc |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 10 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1517 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 76 L |
