1959 Fiat 1800 vs. 1983 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1983 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1800 would be higher. At 2,292 cc, 1983 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mazda RX-7 (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1800. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1800 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1983 Mazda RX-7.
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, 1983 Mazda RX-7 (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1800. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1800 | 1983 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 1800 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 65 L |
