1969 Fiat 600 vs. 2010 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2010 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 41 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 1036 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 2010 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Fiat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mazda BT-50 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 600 | 2010 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 600 | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
