1974 Fiat 131 vs. 1989 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1989 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 2,614 cc, 1989 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mazda RX-7 (200 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 131. (75 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1974 Fiat 131. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1989 Mazda RX-7 (264 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 131. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 131 | 1989 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 131 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2614 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2430 mm |
