1972 Fiat 500 vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 1008 kg more than 1972 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute 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, 2005 Mazda Tribute (206 Nm) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 500. (28 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 500 | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 500 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 62 L |
