1955 Fiat 1400 vs. 1978 Mazda 626
To start off, 1978 Mazda 626 is newer by 23 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 1,768 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda 626 (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1978 Mazda 626.
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:
| 1955 Fiat 1400 | 1978 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 1400 | 626 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
