1972 Fiat 130 vs. 2012 Mazda 5
To start off, 2012 Mazda 5 is newer by 40 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 50 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 5. (113 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 130 weights approximately 82 kg more than 2012 Mazda 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 Fiat 130. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 5, 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, 2012 Mazda 5 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 130 | 2012 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 130 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
