2000 Mazda Laputa vs. 2012 Fiat Fiorino
To start off, 2012 Fiat Fiorino is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Laputa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Laputa would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Fiorino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Fiorino (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Laputa. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Fiorino should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Fiorino weights approximately 395 kg more than 2000 Mazda Laputa. 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 Fiorino (119 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Fiorino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Laputa | 2012 Fiat Fiorino | |
| Make | Mazda | Fiat |
| Model | Laputa | Fiorino |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 45 L |
