1976 Fiat 130 vs. 1990 Mazda 626
To start off, 1990 Mazda 626 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1990 Mazda 626. (116 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Fiat 130 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1990 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Mazda 626 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Fiat 130. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Mazda 626 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1976 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda 626. (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 130 | 1990 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 130 | 626 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |
