1971 Fiat 130 vs. 2010 Mazda 6
To start off, 2010 Mazda 6 is newer by 39 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 11 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 6. (127 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 6 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1971 Fiat 130.
Because 1971 Fiat 130 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Fiat 130. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Mazda 6 (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 130. (216 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 130. 2010 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 1971 Fiat 130 has manual transmission. 1971 Fiat 130 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 130 | 2010 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 130 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2183 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2789 mm |
