1978 Fiat Mirafiori vs. 2006 Mazda 6
To start off, 2006 Mazda 6 is newer by 28 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 2,259 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1978 Fiat Mirafiori. (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat Mirafiori. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 6 weights approximately 595 kg more than 1978 Fiat Mirafiori. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mazda 6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Fiat Mirafiori. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 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, 2006 Mazda 6 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat Mirafiori. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat Mirafiori.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat Mirafiori | 2006 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Mirafiori | 6 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2259 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 60 L |
