1978 Fiat Mirafiori vs. 1997 Mazda 626
To start off, 1997 Mazda 626 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat Mirafiori. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat Mirafiori would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Fiat Mirafiori (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1997 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Fiat Mirafiori should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda 626 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1978 Fiat Mirafiori.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Fiat Mirafiori (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda 626. (151 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Fiat Mirafiori will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Fiat Mirafiori | 1997 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Mirafiori | 626 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2620 mm |