1973 Fiat 130 vs. 2002 Mazda Spiano
To start off, 2002 Mazda Spiano is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,237 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2002 Mazda Spiano. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda Spiano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 130 weights approximately 790 kg more than 2002 Mazda Spiano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 Fiat 130. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mazda Spiano, 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, 1973 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Spiano. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Spiano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 130 | 2002 Mazda Spiano | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 130 | Spiano |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3237 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2370 mm |
