1964 Fiat Berline vs. 2007 Mazda 3
To start off, 2007 Mazda 3 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Fiat Berline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Fiat Berline (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 3. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Fiat Berline should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Fiat Berline weights approximately 85 kg more than 2007 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Fiat Berline 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 1964 Fiat Berline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 3, 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, 1964 Fiat Berline (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 3. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 Fiat Berline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat Berline | 2007 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Berline | 3 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 55 L |
