1960 Fiat 1200 vs. 2007 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2007 Mazda RX-8 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 1,307 cc, 2007 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 1200. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1960 Fiat 1200. 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, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 1200. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Fiat 1200 | 2007 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | 1200 | RX-8 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1307 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 8200 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 211 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 61 L |