1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 1978 Mazda RX-2
To start off, 1978 Mazda RX-2 is newer by 19 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 2,290 cc, 1978 Mazda RX-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda RX-2 (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda RX-2 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, 1978 Mazda RX-2 (157 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 1978 Mazda RX-2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1500 | 1978 Mazda RX-2 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 1500 | RX-2 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2480 mm |
