1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 2000 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2000 Mazda B2500 is newer by 39 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda B2500 (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 780 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.
Because 2000 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Fiat 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda B2500 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, 2000 Mazda B2500 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 1300 | 2000 Mazda B2500 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | 1300 | B2500 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1481 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2990 mm |