1959 Fiat 1200 vs. 1999 Mazda RX-01
To start off, 1999 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 40 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 2,610 cc, 1999 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda RX-01 (217 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Mazda RX-01 (216 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda RX-01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1200 | 1999 Mazda RX-01 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 1200 | RX-01 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1220 cc | 2610 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2350 mm |
