1964 Fiat 500 vs. 1977 Mazda RX-3
To start off, 1977 Mazda RX-3 is newer by 13 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, 1977 Mazda RX-3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Mazda RX-3 (100 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mazda RX-3 should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mazda RX-3 weights approximately 306 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.
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, 1977 Mazda RX-3 (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1977 Mazda RX-3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat 500 | 1977 Mazda RX-3 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 500 | RX-3 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 546 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 65 L |
