1971 Fiat 130 vs. 1999 Mazda B2500
To start off, 1999 Mazda B2500 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Fiat 130 (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1999 Mazda B2500. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1971 Fiat 130.
Because 1999 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Fiat 130. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mazda B2500 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Mazda B2500 (266 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 130. (216 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 130 | 1999 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 130 | B2500 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2990 mm |
