1999 Mazda Demio vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda Demio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda Demio would be higher. At 1,322 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mazda Demio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat 500 (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1999 Mazda Demio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda Demio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat 500 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1999 Mazda Demio. 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 Fiat 500 (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda Demio. (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda Demio.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mazda Demio | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Mazda | Fiat |
Model | Demio | 500 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1322 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2310 mm |