1959 Fiat 2100 vs. 2004 Mazda 2
To start off, 2004 Mazda 2 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 2100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 2100 would be higher. At 2,052 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 2100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Fiat 2100 (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fiat 2100 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 2 weights approximately 226 kg more than 1959 Fiat 2100.
Because 1959 Fiat 2100 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 2100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 2, 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, 2004 Mazda 2 (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 2100. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 2100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 2100 | 2004 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 2100 | 2 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2052 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 934 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
