1963 Fiat 1500 vs. 2008 Mazda 3
To start off, 2008 Mazda 3 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 3 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 1500. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 1500.
Because 1963 Fiat 1500 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 1963 Fiat 1500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 3, 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, 2008 Mazda 3 (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 1500. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Fiat 1500 | 2008 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 1500 | 3 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2650 mm |
