1963 Fiat 500 vs. 2008 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2008 Mazda Tribute is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda Tribute (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 1113 kg more than 1963 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mazda Tribute will offer significantly more control. 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 Tribute (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 500. 2008 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 1963 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1963 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Fiat 500 | 2008 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 500 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 2965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1653 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 61 L |
