1969 Fiat 130 vs. 2006 Mazda 3
To start off, 2006 Mazda 3 is newer by 37 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 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 3. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 130 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2006 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 3. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Fiat 130 | 2006 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | 130 | 3 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 88.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |