1969 Fiat 500 vs. 2006 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2006 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 37 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 1,308 cc, 2006 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 918 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.
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, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Fiat 500 | 2006 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | 500 | RX-8 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1308 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 8200 RPM |
Torque | 27 Nm | 211 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1428 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 61 L |