1976 Fiat 130 vs. 2011 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2011 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 35 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, 2011 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 116 kg more than 1976 Fiat 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Mazda CX-7 (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 130 | 2011 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 130 | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1718 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4681 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1646 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 69 L |
