1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 2012 Mazda 2
To start off, 2012 Mazda 2 is newer by 51 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 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 2 (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 2 weights approximately 86 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 1961 Fiat 1300 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 1961 Fiat 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 2, 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, 2012 Mazda 2 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 1300 | 2012 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 1300 | 2 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 43 L |
