1973 Fiat 126 vs. 2004 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Tribute (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 926 kg more than 1973 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mazda Tribute (266 Nm) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 126. (39 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 126 | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 126 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 62 L |
