1967 Fiat 850 vs. 1998 Mazda 626
To start off, 1998 Mazda 626 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda 626 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 850. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda 626 weights approximately 473 kg more than 1967 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Mazda 626 (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 850. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Fiat 850 | 1998 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | 850 | 626 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 732 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2620 mm |