1973 Fiat 132 vs. 1996 Mazda 626
To start off, 1996 Mazda 626 is newer by 23 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 132 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 132 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda 626 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1973 Fiat 132.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mazda 626 (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 132. (144 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 132 | 1996 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 132 | 626 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2620 mm |
