1973 Fiat 127 vs. 2005 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B3000 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 966 kg more than 1973 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda B3000 (240 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 127. (63 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 127 | 2005 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 127 | B3000 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1671 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 74 L |
