1977 Mazda 616 vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2012 Fiat 500. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat 500 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1977 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Mazda 616 | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Mazda | Fiat |
Model | 616 | 500 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2310 mm |