1955 Fiat 1400 vs. 1975 Mazda 616
To start off, 1975 Mazda 616 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 278 kg more than 1975 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Fiat 1400 (134 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 616. (124 Nm). This means 1955 Fiat 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat 1400 | 1975 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 1400 | 616 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2480 mm |
