1971 Fiat 130 vs. 2000 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2000 Mazda Tribute is newer by 29 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 9 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Tribute. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat 130 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2000 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mazda Tribute 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, 2000 Mazda Tribute 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, 1971 Fiat 130 (216 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Tribute. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 130 | 2000 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 130 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
