1970 Fiat 130 vs. 2006 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2006 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 36 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 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 130. (139 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat 130 weights approximately 97 kg more than 2006 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, 1970 Fiat 130 (216 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1970 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 130 | 2006 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 130 | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1308 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1428 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
