1967 Fiat 500 vs. 2004 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2004 Mazda B4000 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 4,031 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B4000 (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B4000 weights approximately 1187 kg more than 1967 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B4000 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, 2004 Mazda B4000 (310 Nm) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 500. (24 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat 500 | 2004 Mazda B4000 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 500 | B4000 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 4031 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 1667 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 74 L |
