1970 Fiat 500 vs. 2012 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2012 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 42 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 1238 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, 2012 Mazda CX-7, 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, 2012 Mazda CX-7 (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 500. 2012 Mazda CX-7 has automatic transmission and 1970 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1970 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mazda CX-7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 500 | 2012 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 500 | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 1718 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4681 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1646 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2751 mm |
