1959 Fiat 1100 vs. 2003 Mazda 2
To start off, 2003 Mazda 2 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda 2 (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 2 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 2, 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, 2003 Mazda 2 (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1100 | 2003 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 1100 | 2 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 82 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 50 L |
