1966 Fiat 124 vs. 2000 Mazda Demio
To start off, 2000 Mazda Demio is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Fiat 124 (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Demio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Demio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Demio weights approximately 15 kg more than 1966 Fiat 124.
Because 1966 Fiat 124 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 1966 Fiat 124. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Demio, 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, 1966 Fiat 124 (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Demio. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Fiat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Demio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat 124 | 2000 Mazda Demio | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 124 | Demio |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1438 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2400 mm |
