1969 Fiat 500 vs. 2004 Mazda 6
To start off, 2004 Mazda 6 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 6 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 6 weights approximately 956 kg more than 1969 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Mazda 6 (221 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 500. (24 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 500 | 2004 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 500 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 1436 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 68 L |
