1997 Fiat Coupe vs. 2012 Mazda 5
To start off, 2012 Mazda 5 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 5 (157 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Coupe. (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 5 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1997 Fiat Coupe. 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 5 (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Coupe. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Fiat Coupe | 2012 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Coupe | 5 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
