1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 2004 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2004 Mazda B3000 is newer by 45 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B3000 (155 HP) has 75 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mazda B3000 (244 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (104 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1500 | 2004 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 1500 | B3000 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 155 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 74 L |
