1964 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 2011 Mazda 6
To start off, 2011 Mazda 6 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 2,183 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 6 (127 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1964 Fiat Cabriolet. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 6 weights approximately 660 kg more than 1964 Fiat Cabriolet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 Fiat Cabriolet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 6, 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, 2011 Mazda 6 (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat Cabriolet. (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat Cabriolet | 2011 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Cabriolet | 6 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 2183 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 70 L |
