1968 Fiat 500 vs. 1971 Mazda 110 S
To start off, 1971 Mazda 110 S is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,964 cc, 1971 Mazda 110 S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mazda 110 S (108 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mazda 110 S should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda 110 S weights approximately 450 kg more than 1968 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Mazda 110 S (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1971 Mazda 110 S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 500 | 1971 Mazda 110 S | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | 500 | 110 S |
Year Released | 1968 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1964 cc |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 27 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2360 mm |