1959 Fiat 600 vs. 1998 Mazda 121
To start off, 1998 Mazda 121 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mazda 121 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda 121 (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda 121 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda 121 weights approximately 241 kg more than 1959 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat 600 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 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mazda 121, 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, 1998 Mazda 121 (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda 121 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 600 | 1998 Mazda 121 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | 600 | 121 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 633 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 991 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2460 mm |