1974 Fiat 130 vs. 2003 Mazda Washu
To start off, 2003 Mazda Washu is newer by 29 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Washu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Washu (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Washu should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 130 weights approximately 184 kg more than 2003 Mazda Washu.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Mazda Washu (283 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 130. (256 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Washu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 130 | 2003 Mazda Washu | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 130 | Washu |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
