1957 Fiat 600 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 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 600 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 43 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda AZ should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda AZ weights approximately 10 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 2005 Mazda AZ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Fiat 600. 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 600. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda AZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 600. 2005 Mazda AZ 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. 2005 Mazda AZ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 600 | 2005 Mazda AZ | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 600 | AZ |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2260 mm |
