1971 Fiat 500 vs. 2006 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2006 Mazda B3000 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,966 cc, 2006 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda B3000 (154 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 900 kg more than 1971 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mazda B3000, 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, 2006 Mazda B3000 (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Fiat 500 | 2006 Mazda B3000 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | 500 | B3000 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 497 cc | 2966 cc |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 27 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 74 L |