1953 Fiat 500 vs. 1978 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1978 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,292 cc, 1978 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda RX-7 (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 448 kg more than 1953 Fiat 500. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 500 | 1978 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 500 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 65 L |
