1976 Fiat 130 vs. 2003 Mazda 2
To start off, 2003 Mazda 2 is newer by 27 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 96 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Fiat 130 weights approximately 517 kg more than 2003 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 2. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 130 | 2003 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 130 | 2 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
