1962 Fiat Berline vs. 2009 Mazda 5
To start off, 2009 Mazda 5 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Fiat Berline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 5 (151 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1962 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 5 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1962 Fiat Berline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Fiat Berline 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 Berline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 5, 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, 1962 Fiat Berline (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 5. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1962 Fiat Berline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fiat Berline | 2009 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Berline | 5 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
