1968 Fiat 600 vs. 1976 Mazda 818
To start off, 1976 Mazda 818 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,272 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Mazda 818 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda 818 (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda 818 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mazda 818 weights approximately 172 kg more than 1968 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1976 Mazda 818 (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda 818 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 600 | 1976 Mazda 818 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | 600 | 818 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 767 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2320 mm |