1972 Fiat 130 vs. 1996 Mazda 626
To start off, 1996 Mazda 626 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 626. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 130 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1996 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 626. (149 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 130 | 1996 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | 130 | 626 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1840 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2620 mm |