1966 Fiat Coupe vs. 1997 Mazda 626
To start off, 1997 Mazda 626 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Fiat Coupe (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1997 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 40 kg more than 1997 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Fiat Coupe (201 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda 626. (145 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat Coupe | 1997 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Coupe | 626 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
