1979 Fiat Mirafiori 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 Mirafiori. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat Mirafiori would be higher. At 2,964 cc, 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1979 Fiat Mirafiori. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat Mirafiori. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Fiat Mirafiori weights approximately 190 kg more than 2006 Mazda 6.
Because 1979 Fiat Mirafiori is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Fiat Mirafiori. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (270 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat Mirafiori. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat Mirafiori.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat Mirafiori | 2006 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Mirafiori | 6 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2964 cc |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
