1969 Fiat 130 vs. 1973 Mazda RX-4
To start off, 1973 Mazda RX-4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat 130 (161 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1973 Mazda RX-4. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda RX-4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 130 weights approximately 364 kg more than 1973 Mazda RX-4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1969 Fiat 130 (218 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda RX-4. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda RX-4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 130 | 1973 Mazda RX-4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 130 | RX-4 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1474 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
