1965 Fiat Coupe vs. 1983 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1983 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 2,292 cc, 1983 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Fiat Coupe (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1983 Mazda RX-7. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 170 kg more than 1983 Mazda RX-7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Fiat Coupe (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda RX-7. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Fiat Coupe | 1983 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Coupe | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2277 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 65 L |
