1957 Fiat 1100 vs. 1976 Mazda RX-2
To start off, 1976 Mazda RX-2 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 2,292 cc, 1976 Mazda RX-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda RX-2 (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda RX-2 should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mazda RX-2 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1957 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1976 Mazda RX-2 (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda RX-2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 1100 | 1976 Mazda RX-2 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 1100 | RX-2 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2480 mm |
