1975 Fiat 130 vs. 2006 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2006 Mazda B2300 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Mazda B2300. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Fiat 130 weights approximately 242 kg more than 2006 Mazda B2300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1975 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 130 | 2006 Mazda B2300 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 130 | B2300 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 2260 cc |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1358 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |
