1969 Fiat 130 vs. 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 35 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, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 130. (161 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 130 weights approximately 327 kg more than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata (220 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 130. (218 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Fiat 130 | 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | 130 | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1835 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 220 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1474 kg | 1147 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 48 L |