1958 Fiat 1100 vs. 2009 Mazda 3
To start off, 2009 Mazda 3 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 3 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 3 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1958 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Fiat 1100 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 1958 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 3, 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, 2009 Mazda 3 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Fiat 1100 | 2009 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 1100 | 3 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 55 L |
