1968 Fiat 600 vs. 2003 Mazda 6
To start off, 2003 Mazda 6 is newer by 35 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda 6 (145 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 6 weights approximately 655 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.
Because 1968 Fiat 600 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 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 6, 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, 2003 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 600 | 2003 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 600 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 64 L |
