1973 Fiat 132 vs. 1975 Mazda 616
To start off, 1975 Mazda 616 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 132 would be higher. At 1,755 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 132 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 132 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 132 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 132 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1975 Mazda 616. 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 132 (144 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 132 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 132 | 1975 Mazda 616 | |
Make | Fiat | Mazda |
Model | 132 | 616 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1755 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2480 mm |