1968 Fiat 500 vs. 1993 Mazda Lantis
To start off, 1993 Mazda Lantis is newer by 25 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 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mazda Lantis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda Lantis (121 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda Lantis should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda Lantis weights approximately 680 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.
Because 1968 Fiat 500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Mazda Lantis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Mazda Lantis (156 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda Lantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 500 | 1993 Mazda Lantis | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 500 | Lantis |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 497 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2610 mm |
