1994 Mazda Midge vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda Midge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda Midge would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mazda Midge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda Midge (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2012 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda Midge should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat 500 weights approximately 54 kg more than 1994 Mazda Midge.
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, 1994 Mazda Midge (156 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda Midge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500. 2012 Fiat 500 has automatic transmission and 1994 Mazda Midge has manual transmission. 1994 Mazda Midge will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Fiat 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda Midge | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Mazda | Fiat |
| Model | Midge | 500 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3546 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1628 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1519 mm |
