1975 Fiat 127 vs. 2012 Mazda 5
To start off, 2012 Mazda 5 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 5 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 5 weights approximately 780 kg more than 1975 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 5 (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 127 | 2012 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 127 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 60 L |
