1974 Fiat 131 vs. 1994 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1994 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 20 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 2,615 cc, 1994 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 131. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 280 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, 1994 Mazda RX-7 (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 131. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 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 | 1994 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 131 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2615 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2440 mm |
