1999 Fiat Seicento vs. 1969 Mazda 1000
To start off, 1999 Fiat Seicento is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 987 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Mazda 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mazda 1000 (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Seicento. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mazda 1000 should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Seicento weights approximately 20 kg more than 1969 Mazda 1000.
Because 1969 Mazda 1000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Mazda 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Seicento, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1969 Mazda 1000 (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Seicento. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Mazda 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Seicento | 1969 Mazda 1000 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Seicento | 1000 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 898 cc | 987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |