1957 Fiat 1200 vs. 1985 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1985 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 28 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 2,292 cc, 1985 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mazda RX-7 (165 HP) has 112 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1200. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Fiat 1200 weights approximately 13 kg more than 1985 Mazda RX-7.
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, 1985 Mazda RX-7 (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1200. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 1200 | 1985 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 1200 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1219 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 165 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2430 mm |
