1959 Fiat 750 vs. 2004 Mazda 6
To start off, 2004 Mazda 6 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 750 would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 6 (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 6 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1959 Fiat 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mazda 6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 6 will offer significantly more control. 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 6 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 750.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 750 | 2004 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | 750 | 6 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 746 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 131 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2680 mm |