1959 Fiat 600 vs. 2009 Mazda 3
To start off, 2009 Mazda 3 is newer by 50 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 3 (146 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 3 weights approximately 375 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, 2009 Mazda 3, 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, 2009 Mazda 3 (135 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 600 | 2009 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 600 | 3 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |
