1959 Fiat 600 vs. 1999 Mazda 626
To start off, 1999 Mazda 626 is newer by 40 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 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda 626 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda 626 weights approximately 490 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, 1999 Mazda 626, 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, 1999 Mazda 626 (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 600 | 1999 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | 600 | 626 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 633 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 64 L |