1969 Fiat 130 vs. 2007 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2007 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 38 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, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 130. (161 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 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 49 kg more than 2007 Mazda RX-8.
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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 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 2007 Mazda RX-8. 1969 Fiat 130 has automatic transmission and 2007 Mazda RX-8 has manual transmission. 2007 Mazda RX-8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 Fiat 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 130 | 2007 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 130 | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1307 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1474 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
