1964 Fiat 1300 vs. 1996 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1996 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1996 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 1300. (64 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 342 kg more than 1964 Fiat 1300. 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, 1996 Mazda RX-7 (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 1300. (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat 1300 | 1996 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 1300 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1293 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 77 L |
