1979 Fiat 127 vs. 2006 Mazda 6
To start off, 2006 Mazda 6 is newer by 27 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 127.
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, 2006 Mazda 6 (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | 127 | 6 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 87.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2680 mm |