1996 Fiat Armadillo vs. 2007 Mazda 6
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Armadillo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Armadillo would be higher. Both 1996 Fiat Armadillo and 2007 Mazda 6 are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (134 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Armadillo. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Armadillo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 6 weights approximately 166 kg more than 1996 Fiat Armadillo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mazda 6 (310 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Armadillo. (200 Nm). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Armadillo. 1996 Fiat Armadillo has automatic transmission and 2007 Mazda 6 has manual transmission. 2007 Mazda 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Fiat Armadillo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Armadillo | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Armadillo | 6 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1540 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2680 mm |
