1979 Fiat 127 vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 6 (165 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 725 kg more than 1979 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, 2005 Mazda 6 (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat 127 | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 127 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2680 mm |
