1973 Fiat 130 vs. 2004 Mazda 6
To start off, 2004 Mazda 6 is newer by 31 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 3,236 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 6. (144 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 130 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2004 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 6. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 130 | 2004 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | 130 | 6 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3236 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 83.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |