1973 Fiat 130 vs. 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA
To start off, 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA is newer by 40 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, 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA (165 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 130 weights approximately 388 kg more than 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA. (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 130 | 2013 Mazda MX-5 MIATA | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | 130 | MX-5 MIATA |
Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3237 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1182 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4032 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1255 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 48 L |