1958 Fiat 1100 vs. 2009 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 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 2,604 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 255 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 2009 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Fiat 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 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, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda BT-50 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 BT-50 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 1100 | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 2604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 64 L |
