1960 Fiat 1200 vs. 2009 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2009 Mazda Premacy is newer by 49 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda Premacy (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 1200. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 480 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.
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, 2009 Mazda Premacy, 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, 2009 Mazda Premacy (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 1200. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Fiat 1200 | 2009 Mazda Premacy | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | 1200 | Premacy |
Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 58 L |