1959 Fiat 1200 vs. 2005 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2005 Mazda B4000 is newer by 46 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 4,031 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B4000 weights approximately 130 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.
Because 2005 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 1200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B4000 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, 2005 Mazda B4000 (323 Nm) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1200 | 2005 Mazda B4000 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 1200 | B4000 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 4031 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 74 L |
