1962 Fiat 500 vs. 2000 Mazda Demio
To start off, 2000 Mazda Demio is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda Demio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Demio (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Demio should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Demio weights approximately 475 kg more than 1962 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Fiat 500 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 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Demio, 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 Demio (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Demio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Fiat 500 | 2000 Mazda Demio | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | 500 | Demio |
Year Released | 1962 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1323 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 485 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2400 mm |