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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 225 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1955 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Fiat 600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-7, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 310 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. 2009 Mazda CX-7 has automatic transmission and 1955 Fiat 600 has manual transmission. 1955 Fiat 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mazda CX-7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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 | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 4680 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 |
