1959 Fiat 1200 vs. 1974 Mazda RX-2
To start off, 1974 Mazda RX-2 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 2,292 cc, 1974 Mazda RX-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mazda RX-2 (119 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (53 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda RX-2 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mazda RX-2 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1974 Mazda RX-2 (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Mazda RX-2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1200 | 1974 Mazda RX-2 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 1200 | RX-2 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 960 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 |
