1965 Fiat Coupe vs. 2005 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2005 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 2,277 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1965 Fiat Coupe. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 165 kg more than 2005 Mazda RX-8.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda RX-8 (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat Coupe. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Fiat Coupe | 2005 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Coupe | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2277 cc | 1308 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1065 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 61 L |
