2009 Fiat Fiorino vs. 1972 Mazda 818
To start off, 2009 Fiat Fiorino is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Mazda 818 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda 818 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda 818 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Fiorino weights approximately 255 kg more than 1972 Mazda 818.
Because 1972 Mazda 818 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 1972 Mazda 818. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Fiorino, 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, 1972 Mazda 818 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. (118 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda 818 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Fiorino.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Fiorino | 1972 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Fiorino | 818 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2320 mm |
