1955 Fiat 1400 vs. 2009 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2009 Mazda B2300 is newer by 54 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 2,266 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda B2300 (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2009 Mazda B2300.
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 | 2009 Mazda B2300 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 1400 | B2300 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 2266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 62 L |
