1973 Fiat 130 vs. 2010 Mazda 3
To start off, 2010 Mazda 3 is newer by 37 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, 2010 Mazda 3 (167 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 130 weights approximately 217 kg more than 2010 Mazda 3.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 3. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 130 | 2010 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | 130 | 3 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3236 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1383 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4506 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |