1957 Fiat 1200 vs. 1973 Mazda 1000
To start off, 1973 Mazda 1000 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,219 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Fiat 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Fiat 1200 (53 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 1000. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Fiat 1200 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Fiat 1200 weights approximately 211 kg more than 1973 Mazda 1000. 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, 1957 Fiat 1200 (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Fiat 1200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fiat 1200 | 1973 Mazda 1000 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | 1200 | 1000 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1219 cc | 987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 81 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 714 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2270 mm |