1960 Fiat 1100 vs. 2009 Mazda RX-8

To start off, 2009 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 49 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 1,308 cc, 2009 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 255 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, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 1100.

Compare all specifications:

1960 Fiat 1100 2009 Mazda RX-8
Make Fiat Mazda
Model 1100 RX-8
Year Released 1960 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1087 cc 1308 cc
Engine Type in-line dual-disk rotary
Horse Power 43 HP 232 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 8500 RPM
Torque 73 Nm 216 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 5500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 870 kg 1125 kg
Vehicle Length 3780 mm 4470 mm
Vehicle Width 1460 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2340 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 57 L 64 L


 

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