1967 Fiat 124 vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 1994 Mazda 626 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda 626 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 124. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda 626 weights approximately 302 kg more than 1967 Fiat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Mazda 626 (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Fiat 124 | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | 124 | 626 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1212 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |