1962 Fiat 1300 vs. 1996 Mazda MPV
To start off, 1996 Mazda MPV is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda MPV (114 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 1300. (64 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda MPV weights approximately 830 kg more than 1962 Fiat 1300. 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, 1996 Mazda MPV (277 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 1300. (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Fiat 1300 | 1996 Mazda MPV | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | 1300 | MPV |
Year Released | 1962 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 277 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2850 mm |