1974 Fiat 130 vs. 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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, 1974 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (155 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 71 kg more than 1974 Fiat 130.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Fiat 130 (256 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (171 Nm). This means 1974 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 130 | 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 130 | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1671 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2270 mm |
