1975 Fiat 131 vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 131. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 423 kg more than 1975 Fiat 131. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda Tribute (207 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 131. (102 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 131 | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 131 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1443 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2630 mm |
