1984 Fiat 126 vs. 2005 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B3000 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1984 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 898 kg more than 1984 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda B3000 (240 Nm) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat 126. (42 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat 126 | 2005 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 126 | B3000 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 80 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1483 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2840 mm |
