1955 Fiat 600 vs. 2009 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda CX-7 (235 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 600.
Because 2009 Mazda CX-7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Fiat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-7 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, 2009 Mazda CX-7 (351 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat 600 | 2009 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 600 | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 100 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 69 L |
