1974 Fiat 128 vs. 2009 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2009 Mazda B2300 is newer by 35 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 2,266 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda B2300 (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda B2300 weights approximately 140 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, 2009 Mazda B2300 (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda B2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 128 | 2009 Mazda B2300 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 128 | B2300 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 2266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |
