1974 Fiat 130 vs. 2001 Mazda 6
To start off, 2001 Mazda 6 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 163 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 130 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2001 Mazda 6.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Fiat 130 (256 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda 6. (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 130 | 2001 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 130 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 94 mm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
