1960 Fiat 1200 vs. 2007 Mazda 6
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (212 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 1200. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Fiat 1200 weights approximately 89 kg more than 2007 Mazda 6.
Because 1960 Fiat 1200 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 1960 Fiat 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6, 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, 2007 Mazda 6 (267 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 1200. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 1200. 2007 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 1960 Fiat 1200 has manual transmission. 1960 Fiat 1200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fiat 1200 | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 1200 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 68 L |
