1970 Fiat 124 vs. 2004 Mazda 2
To start off, 2004 Mazda 2 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Fiat 124 (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 2. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 2 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1970 Fiat 124.
Because 1970 Fiat 124 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 1970 Fiat 124. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 2, 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, 1970 Fiat 124 (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 2. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Fiat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 124 | 2004 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 124 | 2 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2500 mm |
