1957 Fiat 500 vs. 2005 Mazda AZ
To start off, 2005 Mazda AZ is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 656 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Mazda AZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda AZ (63 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda AZ should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda AZ weights approximately 290 kg more than 1957 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda AZ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda AZ will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Mazda AZ (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda AZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 500 | 2005 Mazda AZ | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 500 | AZ |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.5 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2260 mm |
