1963 Fiat Berline vs. 1997 Mazda MPV
To start off, 1997 Mazda MPV is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mazda MPV (146 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1963 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda MPV weights approximately 452 kg more than 1963 Fiat Berline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Mazda MPV (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat Berline. (189 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat Berline.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Fiat Berline | 1997 Mazda MPV | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Berline | MPV |
Year Released | 1963 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 189 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1722 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2850 mm |