2002 Fiat Seicento vs. 1975 Mazda 1000
To start off, 2002 Fiat Seicento is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 1,114 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Fiat Seicento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Fiat Seicento (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Fiat Seicento should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Fiat Seicento weights approximately 25 kg more than 1975 Mazda 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Mazda 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Fiat Seicento (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Fiat Seicento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Fiat Seicento | 1975 Mazda 1000 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Seicento | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1114 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 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 |
