1962 Fiat 1300 vs. 2000 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2000 Mazda Premacy is newer by 38 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Premacy (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 1300. (64 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 360 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.
Because 1962 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 1962 Fiat 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Premacy, 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, 2000 Mazda Premacy (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 1300. (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Fiat 1300 | 2000 Mazda Premacy | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | 1300 | Premacy |
Year Released | 1962 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 64 L |