1973 Fiat 132 vs. 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6
To start off, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 is newer by 33 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 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (275 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 132. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 132.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 132. (144 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 132 | 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 132 | MazdaSpeed6 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
