1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 1977 Mazda 121
To start off, 1977 Mazda 121 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Mazda 121 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Mazda 121 (86 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mazda 121 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500.
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, 1977 Mazda 121 (160 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 1977 Mazda 121 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1500 | 1977 Mazda 121 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | 1500 | 121 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1481 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 160 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 98 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2520 mm |