1955 Fiat 1400 vs. 1996 Mazda 626
To start off, 1996 Mazda 626 is newer by 41 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda 626 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda 626 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1955 Fiat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat 1400 | 1996 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 1400 | 626 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
