1956 Fiat 1400 vs. 2013 Mazda 2
To start off, 2013 Mazda 2 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,900 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 2 (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 142 kg more than 2013 Mazda 2.
Because 1956 Fiat 1400 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 1956 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 2, 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, 1956 Fiat 1400 (134 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 2. (133 Nm). This means 1956 Fiat 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Fiat 1400 | 2013 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 1400 | 2 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1900 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2489 mm |
