1970 Fiat 500 vs. 2009 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (154 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 500.
Because 2009 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (380 Nm @ 180 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 500 | 2009 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 500 | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 27 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 180 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3010 mm |
