1957 Fiat 1400 vs. 2007 Mazda 2
To start off, 2007 Mazda 2 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 2 (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 1 kg more than 2007 Mazda 2.
Because 1957 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 1957 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Mazda 2 (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 1400 | 2007 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 1400 | 2 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
