1971 Fiat 130 vs. 2001 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2001 Mazda B2500 is newer by 30 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 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2001 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1971 Fiat 130.
Because 2001 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, 2001 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, 1971 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda B2500. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 130 | 2001 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 130 | B2500 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 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 |
