1959 Fiat 750 vs. 2008 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2008 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 49 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 1,308 cc, 2008 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 744 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Mazda RX-8 (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 750.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 750 | 2008 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | 750 | RX-8 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 746 cc | 1308 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 60 L |