1995 Mazda MX-3 vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda MX-3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda MX-3 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mazda MX-3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda MX-3 (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2013 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda MX-3 should accelerate faster than 2013 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Fiat 500 weights approximately 47 kg more than 1995 Mazda MX-3.
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, 1995 Mazda MX-3 (134 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda MX-3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda MX-3 | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Mazda | Fiat |
| Model | MX-3 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1059 kg | 1106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3547 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1627 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 40 L |
