1970 Fiat 124 vs. 1974 Mazda RX-3
To start off, 1974 Mazda RX-3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,962 cc, 1974 Mazda RX-3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mazda RX-3 (100 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 124. (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda RX-3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat 124 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1974 Mazda RX-3.
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, 1974 Mazda RX-3 (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 124. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Mazda RX-3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 124 | 1974 Mazda RX-3 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 124 | RX-3 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1962 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2320 mm |
