1974 Fiat 128 vs. 2003 Mazda 6
To start off, 2003 Mazda 6 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda 6 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 6 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1974 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Mazda 6 (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 128 | 2003 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 128 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
