1957 Fiat 600 vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (129 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Familia weights approximately 440 kg more than 1957 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Fiat 600 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 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia, 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, 2000 Mazda Familia (141 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 600. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 600. 2000 Mazda Familia has automatic transmission and 1957 Fiat 600 has manual transmission. 1957 Fiat 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mazda Familia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fiat 600 | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | 600 | Familia |
Year Released | 1957 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 633 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |