1968 Fiat 500 vs. 2013 Mazda 2
To start off, 2013 Mazda 2 is newer by 45 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 2 (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 2 weights approximately 563 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, 2013 Mazda 2, 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, 2013 Mazda 2 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 500 | 2013 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 500 | 2 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 497 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 1043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 43 L |
