1975 Fiat 130 vs. 2008 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2008 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 33 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, 2008 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Fiat 130 weights approximately 178 kg more than 2008 Mazda RX-8.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda RX-8. (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1975 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 130 | 2008 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 130 | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1308 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |
