1970 Fiat 500 vs. 2011 Mazda 2
To start off, 2011 Mazda 2 is newer by 41 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 1,349 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 2 (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 2 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1970 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Fiat 500 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 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Mazda 2 (119 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Fiat 500 | 2011 Mazda 2 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | 500 | 2 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1349 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 24 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1475 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2489 mm |