1966 Fiat 500 vs. 2002 Mazda 6
To start off, 2002 Mazda 6 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda 6 (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 6 weights approximately 950 kg more than 1966 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Mazda 6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 6 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, 2002 Mazda 6 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 500. 2002 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 1966 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1966 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Fiat 500 | 2002 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | 500 | 6 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 64 L |