1958 Fiat 1200 vs. 1976 Mazda 616
To start off, 1976 Mazda 616 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda 616 (79 HP) has 26 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1200. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Fiat 1200 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1976 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1200. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Fiat 1200 | 1976 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 1200 | 616 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 79 HP |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2480 mm |
