2000 Fiat Seicento vs. 1984 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2000 Fiat Seicento is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,292 cc, 1984 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mazda RX-7 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 325 kg more than 2000 Fiat Seicento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Mazda RX-7 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 1984 Mazda RX-7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1984 Mazda RX-7 (158 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1984 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Fiat Seicento | 1984 Mazda RX-7 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | Seicento | RX-7 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1114 cc | 2292 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2430 mm |