1965 Fiat 500 vs. 2005 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2005 Mazda Drifter is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Drifter (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1965 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Drifter should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Drifter weights approximately 540 kg more than 1965 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda Drifter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Drifter will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Mazda Drifter (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Drifter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Fiat 500 | 2005 Mazda Drifter | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | 500 | Drifter |
Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 498 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 21.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |