1991 Fiat Cinquecento vs. 2012 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2012 Mazda Premacy is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Fiat Cinquecento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Fiat Cinquecento would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda Premacy (99 HP) has 58 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Cinquecento. (41 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Cinquecento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 673 kg more than 1991 Fiat Cinquecento. 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, 2012 Mazda Premacy (152 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Cinquecento. (66 Nm). This means 2012 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Cinquecento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Cinquecento | 2012 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Cinquecento | Premacy |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 99 HP |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 677 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3240 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2680 mm |
