1954 Fiat 1400 vs. 2005 Mazda AZ
To start off, 2005 Mazda AZ is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda AZ (63 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1400. (39 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda AZ should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 425 kg more than 2005 Mazda AZ.
Because 2005 Mazda AZ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Fiat 1400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda AZ will offer significantly more control. 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, 1954 Fiat 1400 (134 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda AZ. (106 Nm). This means 1954 Fiat 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda AZ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1400 | 2005 Mazda AZ | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 1400 | AZ |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2260 mm |
