1964 Fiat 500 vs. 1972 Mazda 110 S
To start off, 1972 Mazda 110 S is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,964 cc, 1972 Mazda 110 S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda 110 S (108 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda 110 S should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda 110 S weights approximately 420 kg more than 1964 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mazda 110 S (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda 110 S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat 500 | 1972 Mazda 110 S | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 500 | 110 S |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 546 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2360 mm |
