1960 Fiat 600 vs. 2004 Mazda 6
To start off, 2004 Mazda 6 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 6 (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 6 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1960 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mazda 6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Fiat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Mazda 6 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fiat 600 | 2004 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 600 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2680 mm |
