1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 1998 Mazda 626
To start off, 1998 Mazda 626 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda 626 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda 626 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1961 Fiat 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Mazda 626 (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 1300 | 1998 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | 1300 | 626 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1481 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2620 mm |