1960 Fiat 1100 vs. 1983 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1983 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 2,292 cc, 1983 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mazda RX-7 (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1960 Fiat 1100. 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, 1983 Mazda RX-7 (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fiat 1100 | 1983 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 1100 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1087 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 65 L |
