1972 Fiat 130 vs. 2007 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2007 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 35 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, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 130 weights approximately 420 kg more than 2007 Mazda RX-8.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 130 | 2007 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 130 | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1306 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 85 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
