1969 Fiat 130 vs. 2006 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2006 Mazda RX-8 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, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 130 weights approximately 172 kg more than 2006 Mazda RX-8.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 130 | 2006 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 130 | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1308 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1428 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |
