1979 Fiat Mirafiori 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 Mirafiori. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat Mirafiori 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 (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1979 Fiat Mirafiori. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat Mirafiori. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1979 Fiat Mirafiori. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda 6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Fiat Mirafiori. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Mazda 6 (208 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat Mirafiori. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat Mirafiori. 2005 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 1979 Fiat Mirafiori has manual transmission. 1979 Fiat Mirafiori will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat Mirafiori | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Mirafiori | 6 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |
