1963 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 2012 Mazda 5
To start off, 2012 Mazda 5 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 5 (113 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1963 Fiat Cabriolet. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 5 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1963 Fiat Cabriolet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Fiat Cabriolet 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 Cabriolet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Mazda 5 (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat Cabriolet. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Fiat Cabriolet | 2012 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Cabriolet | 5 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 60 L |
