1961 Fiat 600 vs. 1979 Mazda 121
To start off, 1979 Mazda 121 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mazda 121 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mazda 121 (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda 121 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda 121 weights approximately 304 kg more than 1961 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1979 Mazda 121 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda 121 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 600 | 1979 Mazda 121 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | 600 | 121 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 767 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1134 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2520 mm |