1957 Fiat 1200 vs. 2008 Mazda 5
To start off, 2008 Mazda 5 is newer by 51 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 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 5 (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1200. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 5 weights approximately 412 kg more than 1957 Fiat 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Fiat 1200 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 1957 Fiat 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 5, 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, 2008 Mazda 5 (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 1200 | 2008 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 1200 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1219 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 60 L |
