1973 Fiat 124 vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 1994 Mazda 626 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda 626 (108 HP) has 49 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 124. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda 626 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1973 Fiat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Mazda 626 (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 124 | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 124 | 626 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2620 mm |
