1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 2006 Mazda 5
To start off, 2006 Mazda 5 is newer by 47 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 5 (118 HP) has 38 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 5 weights approximately 485 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.
Because 1959 Fiat 1500 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 1500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 5, 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, 2006 Mazda 5 (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1500 | 2006 Mazda 5 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | 1500 | 5 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 118 HP |
Torque | 104 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 60 L |