1970 Fiat 130 vs. 2005 Mazda 3
To start off, 2005 Mazda 3 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 3. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat 130 weights approximately 365 kg more than 2005 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, 1970 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 3. (187 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Fiat 130 | 2005 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | 130 | 3 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |