1959 Fiat 1200 vs. 2011 Mazda 3
To start off, 2011 Mazda 3 is newer by 52 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 3 (113 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200.
Because 1959 Fiat 1200 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 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 3, 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, 2011 Mazda 3 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1200 | 2011 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 1200 | 3 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |
