1972 Mazda RX-2 vs. 1975 Fiat 130
To start off, 1975 Fiat 130 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda RX-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda RX-2 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1972 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Fiat 130 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1972 Mazda RX-2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1975 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda RX-2 | 1975 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Mazda | Fiat |
| Model | RX-2 | 130 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2730 mm |
