1974 Fiat 133 vs. 1986 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1986 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 2,354 cc, 1986 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mazda RX-7 (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 133.
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, 1986 Mazda RX-7 (246 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 133 | 1986 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 133 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2430 mm |
