1969 Fiat 600 vs. 2005 Mazda 3
To start off, 2005 Mazda 3 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 3 (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 3 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1969 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 3, 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, 2005 Mazda 3 (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 600 | 2005 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 600 | 3 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |
